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Alberta’s Measles Outbreak Expands as Nova Scotia Reports First Case of 2025

Alberta intensifies vaccination efforts with 210 cases confirmed and three in ICU, while Nova Scotia identifies a travel-related infection.

Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health, announced the first reported case of measles in Nova Scotia in 2025 during a news conference at One Government Place on Tuesday.
Alberta Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange speaks in Calgary, Alta., Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Dr. Sunil Sookram urges Albertans to get vaccinated at the first measles-related press conference in the province since the outbreaks began.
Alberta Health Minister Adriana LaGrange.

Overview

  • Alberta is facing its worst measles outbreak in decades, with 210 confirmed cases, 26 of which are active, and three individuals in intensive care.
  • Nearly 90% of Alberta's cases involve unvaccinated individuals, prompting expanded immunization access, including early infant doses and extended clinic hours.
  • A province-wide awareness campaign titled 'Don’t get measles; get immunized' is set to launch mid-May in multiple languages across various platforms.
  • Nova Scotia has confirmed its first measles case of 2025, linked to U.S. travel, and is urging residents to verify their vaccination status.
  • Public health experts emphasize the need for 95% vaccination coverage to restore herd immunity and curb the spread of the highly contagious disease.