Alberta reports 53 more cases of measles, surpasses 900 total cases since March / The Edmonton Journal
Monday, June 16, 2025, 3:21 pm permalink
Alberta health officials report 53 new measles cases, pushing the count past 900 since March. This unsettling surge has alarmed public health experts and community members alike, fueling renewed calls for improved vaccination outreach and preventive care amidst a tense climate of rising infectious disease concerns.
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