Public Health Ontario has reported a significant surge in measles cases, with 173 new infections over the past week, bringing the total to 1,795 since the outbreak began last October. The health agency notes the ongoing spread is primarily among unimmunized individuals, particularly affecting infants, children, and adolescents. Additionally, the report highlights that 129 individuals have needed hospitalization, including 10 who were admitted to intensive care. The Southwestern Public Health unit remains the hardest hit, accounting for 98 of the new cases. Other regions in Canada, such as Alberta, are also experiencing outbreaks, with over 500 cases since March.
Public Health Ontario has reported an alarming rise in measles cases, with 173 new infections recorded over the past week, bringing the total to 1,795 amid an ongoing outbreak.
The majority of the measles cases reported during the outbreak involve unimmunized individuals, with the most impacted demographics being infants, children, and adolescents.
In the latest report, it was noted that 129 individuals required hospitalization due to complications from the virus, which included 10 patients who were admitted to the intensive care unit.
The Southwestern Public Health unit has been particularly hard hit, accounting for 98 of the latest new cases, reflecting a troubling trend in public health across the province.
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