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Quebec measles outbreaks linked to declining vaccination rates

2025-03-11 from cbc.ca

Measles is making a comeback in Quebec, with public health officials warning hockey fans about a possible exposure at a recent Montreal Canadiens' game.

From December to March in the province, at least 31 cases were reported and experts point to one cause — declining vaccination rates.

"The unifying theme for all of these places as to why measles is causing outbreaks or is out of control is very simple: low vaccination rates," said Dr. Donald Vinh, an infectious disease specialist at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC).

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