Syphilis outbreak declared for Middlesex-London region
The number of syphilis cases in the Middlesex-London region as more than tripled in the last five years to 113 so far in 2019. Continue reading
Outbreak
Cases of pertussis have doubled in Lethbridge region: AHS
“The number [of cases] that you see and that we talk about reflect the tip of the iceberg.” Since it was declared an outbreak, more than 16 additional cases of whooping cough have been confirmed and more are being investigated this week, officials said. Continue reading
Legionnaires’ disease patient in Moncton recovering after medically-induced coma
By Callum Smith Video Journalist
Claudette Lirette, 54, says she woke up during the overnight hours of July 18 and the rest was a blur. Continue reading
New Brunswick confirms 9 cases of legionnaires’ disease in Moncton area
There is still no word on the source of the disease but all cases are believed to be linked by time and location. Continue reading
New Brunswick confirms 7 cases of legionellosis in Greater Moncton area
“Public Health is investigating to determine potential sources of legionella bacteria.” Continue reading
‘Abnormally large’ number of gypsy moths at Pinery Provincial Park, officials say
Park officials say a seasonal increase is typical, but this year’s number of gypsy moths has been greater than usual. Continue reading
Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Carrefour Laval
They say a person who was contagious with the virus visited a coffee shop and common areas of the mall. Continue reading
‘We’re endangering people’: N.B. minister pushes for mandatory vaccinations amid disease outbreak
By Morganne Campbell Digital Video Journalist
As the province grapples with two separate public health concerns, the idea of mandatory vaccinations is now at the forefront. Continue reading
N.B. only providing measles vaccine to those most vulnerable during outbreak
By Morganne Campbell Digital Video Journalist
With the number of measles cases on the rise in the province, there are questions surrounding how much access health officials have to the MMR vaccine. Continue reading
Deer Lodge Centre seniors’ home sees scabies outbreak
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority confirmed Wednesday Deer Lodge Centre currently has eight confirmed scabies cases, all among residents. Continue reading