Ontario is facing a significant measles outbreak, with 350 reported cases since late October, the highest in more than ten years. Dr. Kieran Moore, the province's chief medical officer, has warned that over 96% of cases are among unvaccinated individuals. The majority of infections are concentrated in southwestern Ontario, underscoring the urgency for vaccination. The MMR vaccine, a proven preventive measure, shows nearly full protection when administered correctly. Recent data indicates only 70% of seven-year-olds are fully vaccinated, a decline from pre-pandemic rates, which poses a risk to public health.
Dr. Kieran Moore emphasized that over 96% of current measles cases involve individuals who are unimmunized or have unknown immunization status, highlighting community exposure.
This measles outbreak, the most severe in over 10 years, underscores the importance of vaccination; the MMR vaccine is highly effective in preventing infections.
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