Quebec measles cases reach 18 as health officials urge vaccination – CTV
March 13, 2024
Quebec’s Health Ministry sent messages to school boards and service centres across the province this week after the number of confirmed measles cases hit 18 as of Tuesday afternoon.
The Lester B. Pearson School Board (LBPSB) sent messages to parents about the state of the disease, including vaccination information, symptoms, how it spreads and how to book an appointment for an MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination.
“The school board is working with the local CIUSSS to set up vaccination clinics at different schools with a priority on elementary schools,” said LBPSB spokesperson Darren Becker, who added that lists of clinics will be available soon.
The English Montreal School Board (EMSB) also sent a letter to parents “strongly” recommending that those who are not protected get vaccinated “as quickly as possible.”
