Quebec Measles Outbreak: 4 Cases Confirmed

0:00It's March 25th. From your city to your ears, this is Canada News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. Quebec's health authority just sounded the alarm on a new measles outbreak, with two cases confirmed Tuesday morning in Montreal and the Laurentians. This comes only weeks after the previous outbreak wrapped up in February 2026. That earlier wave started back in November 2025 and marked the end of Canada's measles-free status after more than 25 years. Until this week, the province had stayed clear since April. Exposures are a big concern, including a visit to Montreal's St. Justine Hospital Emergency Department on March 21st between 225 PM and 538 PM. In the Laurentians, multiple spots like hospitals, pharmacies, stores, and a child care center in places such as Monttrembland and St. Eustache saw. Potential contacts from March 10th to 19th. Officials report four confirmed cases in Quebec so far, part of 5.82 across Canada.

1:05Unprotected folks who might have been exposed should watch for symptoms until mid-April and self-isolate if needed. Vaccination offers the strongest shield, and getting a shot within 72 hours of exposure could still prevent illness. Health teams are tracking this closely to keep it contained.