PEI confirms measles cases among unvaccinated travellers

April 11, 2025, 1:21 pm

Health officials in Prince Edward Island have confirmed two cases of measles among unvaccinated residents who recently traveled within Canada, marking the province’s first measles cases since 2013. The discovery has prompted public health alerts and further investigation to determine the source of transmission and prevent wider spread. Authorities are emphasizing the importance of vaccination as a critical measure to combat outbreaks, and the confirmed cases serve as a timely reminder of the persistent risks posed by infectious diseases in susceptible populations.

theglobeandmail.com / Two measles cases confirmed in unvaccinated travellers from Prince Edward Island

The adult patients are PEI residents who travelled together to another part of Canada where outbreaks of the virus are continuing, a news release says

thestar.com / Two measles cases confirmed in unvaccinated travellers from Prince Edward Island

CHARLOTTETOWN - Health officials in Prince Edward Island say they've identified two cases of measles – the province's first confirmed infections of the disease since 2013.

cbc.ca / 2 cases of measles confirmed on Prince Edward Island, in adults who travelled within Canada

Health officials in Prince Edward Island have confirmed two cases of measles, the province's first reported cases since 2013.

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