As a precaution, the NSHA is encouraging residents to check their immunization records, and ensure that they’ve got two shots of the MMR vaccine for measles, mumps and rubella. Continue reading
According to exclusive Ipsos polling conducted for Global News, 85 per cent of parents feel there is a lot of misinformation out there. Continue reading
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Health officials have identified a number of other places across Canada that are vulnerable to outbreaks because they are largely unprotected. Continue reading
Facebook says it will take its cue from global health organizations, such as the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which have publicly identified verifiable vaccine hoaxes. Continue reading
There have been no cases of measles in Saskatchewan since 2014 when 16 people were diagnosed. Continue reading
It’s a different story in the Lower Mainland, with cases reported in the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority and Fraser Health Authority this year. Continue reading
Most Canadian health care professionals are encountering cases of what is known as vaccine hesitancy “on a regular basis.” Continue reading
“Get vaccinated,” says Vancouver Coastal Health. Continue reading
Symptoms of the mumps include swollen or painful salivary glands, fever, headache, muscle aches, weakness or fatigue and loss of appetite. Continue reading
There are also “other suspect[ed] and confirmed cases in the Halifax area with links to the university,” said a spokesperson. Continue reading