New Brunswick reports case of measles in Sussex
New Brunswick, which declared its previous measles outbreak over earlier this year, says the new case is believed to be connected to another person from outside the province who travelled in the Sussex region on June 22 and 23.
Public Health is investigating the matter and believes there are likely other cases in the region.
'Given how quickly measles can spread, it is important to take action now,' said Dr. Kimberley Barker, regional medical officer of health, in a news release. 'For those who are already protected from measles, the risk remains low. If you are not protected through previous infection or vaccine, now is the time to get vaccinated.'
Public Health is hosting a vaccine clinic from 4:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at its Sussex office at 30 Moffett Ave. on Thursday. People can book an appointment online or by calling Tele-Services at 1-833-437-1424.
Measles symptoms include:
fever
cough
runny nose
tiny white spots in the mouth
sore and/or red eyes
Prince Edward Island reported two measles cases on June 26 while Nova Scotia reported a case in Pictou County on Monday.
Previous reporting by The Canadian Press shows roughly 23 per cent Nova Scotia children were not fully vaccinated for measles in 2024. P.E.I. and New Brunswick say about 10 per cent of children in their provinces are not fully vaccinated.
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