Measles triggers health alert across Montreal public venues
Sunday, May 18, 2025, 1:20 pm
Montreal health officials are investigating a measles case after a contagious individual visited multiple public spots between May 4 and May 7. In a curious twist where one sneeze seems to have sparked a minor citywide frenzy, authorities are urging anyone who might have been exposed to seek medical advice promptly.
Une personne contagieuse aurait visité six lieux publics de la métropole, du 4 au 7 mai derniers.
Une personne atteinte de la rougeole a fréquenté plusieurs lieux publics de Montréal entre le 4 et le 7 mai, selon la Direction régionale de la santé publique (DRSP).
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