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Canada Faces Measles Crisis Amid Vaccine Hesitancy Surge

11/7/2025

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Canada risks losing measles elimination status as cases rise and vaccination rates fall, especially in Alberta.
Since October 2024, Alberta has reported nearly 2,000 measles cases, with two deaths this year.
Experts say vaccine hesitancy, fueled by Covid-19 misinformation, underpins the surge.
Alberta's government has faced criticism for limiting health officials' communication.
Public health campaigns have administered over 130,000 vaccine doses since March, but skepticism remains high.

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Canada risks losing measles elimination status as cases rise and vaccination rates fall, especially in Alberta.
Since October 2024, Alberta has reported nearly 2,000 measles cases, with two deaths this year.
Experts say vaccine hesitancy, fueled by Covid-19 misinformation, underpins the surge.
Alberta's government has faced criticism for limiting health officials' communication.
Public health campaigns have administered over 130,000 vaccine doses since March, but skepticism remains high.