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Measles Surge: New York Issues Travel Advisory for Ontario

4/10/2025

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A travel advisory has been issued for Ontario by the New York State Department of Health amid a concerning measles outbreak, which has seen 560 confirmed cases in 2025 alone. With over 607 cases reported in the U.S. this year—double last year's figures—health officials are urgently recommending vaccinations for travelers to combat this highly contagious disease.

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A travel advisory has been issued for Ontario by the New York State Department of Health amid a concerning measles outbreak, which has seen 560 confirmed cases in 2025 alone. With over 607 cases reported in the U.S. this year—double last year's figures—health officials are urgently recommending vaccinations for travelers to combat this highly contagious disease.