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Measles Surge Sparks Urgent Vaccine Call in BC

6/27/2025

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British Columbia's premier is sounding the alarm over a surge in measles cases, linking it to growing anti-vaccine sentiments. With 17 new cases reported since June 19 and vaccination rates plummeting from 90.9% in 2013 to just 72% in 2023, health officials are urging residents to check their vaccination records and get immunized to avert further outbreaks.

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British Columbia's premier is sounding the alarm over a surge in measles cases, linking it to growing anti-vaccine sentiments. With 17 new cases reported since June 19 and vaccination rates plummeting from 90.9% in 2013 to just 72% in 2023, health officials are urging residents to check their vaccination records and get immunized to avert further outbreaks.