Provincial measles outbreak deepens, community health at risk
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:21 am
Health officials reported a surge in measles cases in the Southern Health Region, sparking community concerns. Health experts are providing guidance on vaccine protection as authorities monitor the situation closely. The outbreak has prompted widespread questions about vaccine duration and effective safeguards.
Officials say people may have been exposed to the virus at C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre and Dynacare lab in Winkler
WINKLER — Public health officials in Manitoba are warning of new measles exposure sites in two communities south of Winnipeg, including a medical centre and an elementary school. Officials say people may have been exposed to the virus at the C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre and the Dynacare blood and…
WINKLER - Public health officials in Manitoba are warning of new measles exposure sites in two communities south of Winnipeg, including a medical centre and an elementary school.
Globe reporters Kristy Kirkup and Alanna Smith, and health editor Caroline Alphonso, answered your questions about the symptoms to look for and which communities are being affected most
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