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Measles is highly infectious and can be spread through coughing, sneezing, breathing the same air as an infected person.
Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes, followed by a rash that starts on the body and spreads to the limbs.
Most people will recover but those with a weak immune system or infants could experience serious complications.
As of June 2025 , there had been 49 cases of measles reported so far this year .
An individual or individuals with measles frequented several locations in B.C. Health officials are asking those who may have been exposed to contact their public health department.
Calling ahead will allow doctors to make arrangements for your arrival and to ensure you’re isolated from other vulnerable patients.
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