A measles outbreak in southwestern Ontario has been traced back to a Mennonite gathering in New Brunswick last fall. The virus spread when attendees unknowingly brought it home, leading to 223 confirmed cases. Most cases are in unvaccinated individuals, with health officials linking the outbreak to under-immunized Mennonite and Anabaptist communities. Authorities urge vaccinations, allowing infants as young as six months to receive early doses. Measles can cause severe complications, including brain damage. A child in Hamilton died last year.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
