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Front Burner Canada has a measles problem
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May 16, 2025 Jennifer Yoon, CBC's senior health reporter, delves into the alarming resurgence of measles in Canada, where cases are now surpassing those in the U.S. She discusses how a recent outbreak linked to a wedding has sparked a public health crisis, particularly in Ontario and Alberta. Yoon highlights the critical importance of vaccinations, especially in communities with low uptake. The conversation also addresses the impact of misinformation on public health and the ongoing challenges in protecting vulnerable populations, including infants, during outbreaks.
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Ontario's Measles Outbreak Scale
- Ontario has more measles cases in 2023 than the entire US.\n- The outbreak started from a Mennonite wedding in New Brunswick and spread largely from there.
Vaccination Hesitancy Roots
- Many measles outbreaks occur in Mennonite and Anabaptist communities with low vaccination rates.\n- Religious objections and historically low vaccination coverage fuel vulnerability.
Urban Vaccination Limits Spread
- Outbreaks in urban areas like Toronto are less severe due to higher vaccination rates.\n- In Quebec, early containment succeeded because transmission stopped within 32 days.