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Measles Warning: 'Be Careful, Holidays Worry Us', Says Doctor

<strong>Rougeole/Measles:</strong> Christmas is not even 10 days away and other festivities are also lining up. With the holiday season coming in, more cases of <span>measles</span> are likely to be added to the five which had already been recorded in Montreal. 

"It's certain that the holiday season worries us, because we gather, we meet our families, we have more contact, and therefore more opportunities for transmission of the virus," said Dr. Paul Le Guerrier on QUB radio and television, broadcast simultaneously on 99.5 FM Montreal, Tuesday.

As per the medical advisor at Montreal's Regional Public Health Department, a surge in cases during this time of the year is conducive as there will be more gathering. In fact, "almost 95% of population would need to be vaccinated to prevent community transmission." 

"At the end of secondary school, we reach levels of 86-88%. But we are not yet at the desired threshold," the doctor specifies.

The spread could be curbed and a significant outbreak during the holiday season could be avoided, if vaccination is done in full flow. Public health department has sent letters to all schools in Montreal province. "If children do not have two doses of measles vaccine, [they are encouraged] to make an appointment or go see their family doctor to increase their vaccination coverage," explained Dr. Le Guerrier.

The public is also urged to keep a check of common signs and measles symptoms like: 

<ul><li>Fever</li><li>Nasal congestion with runny nose</li><li>Cough</li><li>Conjunctivitis</li><li>Eyes sensitive to light</li><li>Widespread unease</li></ul>

The Global News reported that so far, Quebec has confirmed three measles cases linked to pediatric medical center in an off-island suburb of Montreal. 

The first case was identified in early December, marking the province’s first measles infection since April. Health officials say people who visited the UP pediatric emergency centre in St-Eustache, Que., on the afternoon or evening of Nov. 28 may have been exposed.

So far this year, Canada has reported more than 5,300 measles cases, largely in Ontario and Alberta. Quebec recorded 36 cases during an earlier outbreak. The provincial government warns additional cases are likely and stresses vaccination as the strongest protection against the highly contagious disease.

<h2>Unique Symptoms Of Measles To Look Out For</h2>

Measles has a high transmissibility, and high measles immunity levels are required to prevent sustained measles virus transmission. This is why herd immunity for measles could be easily breached.

It easily spreads from one infected person to another through breathes, coughs or sneezes and could cause severe disease, complications, and even death.

Read: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-wellness/unique-symptoms-of-measles-in-2025-and-how-long-does-the-infection-last-article-153282953" data-type="tilCustomLink">Unique Symptoms Of Measles In 2025 And How Long Does The Infection Last?</a>

The most unique symptom or the early sign of measles in the Koplik spots. These are tiny white dots that look like grains of salt on red gums inside the cheeks that appear before the red rash starts to appear on a person's face and then the body.

Furthermore, the symptoms of measles are also characterized by the three Cs:

<ul><li>Cough</li><li>Coryza or runny nose</li><li>Conjunctivitis or red and water eyes</li></ul>

The progression of the symptom comes in two stages, first is the prodromal stage or Days 1 to 4, where one would notice high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, sore throat, fatigue, and Koplik spots.

The second stage is called the rash stage or the days 5 to 10 or even more where rash start to appear on the hairline, and then it runs down the body. It lasts for several days and fades in the same order.

The first symptoms, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), appear 7 to 14 days after a measles infection. Often, it could also lead to ear infection, or even diarrhea. Though these complications happen in every 1 in 10 children or individual with measles.

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Rougeole/Measles: Christmas is not even 10 days away and other festivities are also lining up. With the holiday season coming in, more cases of measles are likely to be added to the five which had already been recorded in Montreal. "It's certain that the holiday season worries us, because we gather, we meet our families, we have more contact, and therefore more opportunities for transmission of the virus," said Dr. Paul Le Guerrier on QUB radio and television, broadcast simultaneously on 99.5 FM Montreal, Tuesday.As per the medical advisor at Montreal's Regional Public Health Department, a surge in cases during this time of the year is conducive as there will be more gathering. In fact, "almost 95% of population would need to be vaccinated to prevent community transmission." "At the end of secondary school, we reach levels of 86-88%. But we are not yet at the desired threshold," the doctor specifies.Can Measles Be Prevented?The spread could be curbed and a significant outbreak during the holiday season could be avoided, if vaccination is done in full flow. Public health department has sent letters to all schools in Montreal province. "If children do not have two doses of measles vaccine, [they are encouraged] to make an appointment or go see their family doctor to increase their vaccination coverage," explained Dr. Le Guerrier.The public is also urged to keep a check of common signs and measles symptoms like: FeverNasal congestion with runny noseCoughConjunctivitisEyes sensitive to lightWidespread uneaseMeasles In CanadaThe Global News reported that so far, Quebec has confirmed three measles cases linked to pediatric medical center in an off-island suburb of Montreal. The first case was identified in early December, marking the province’s first measles infection since April. Health officials say people who visited the UP pediatric emergency centre in St-Eustache, Que., on the afternoon or evening of Nov. 28 may have been exposed.So far this year, Canada has reported more than 5,300 measles cases, largely in Ontario and Alberta. Quebec recorded 36 cases during an earlier outbreak. The provincial government warns additional cases are likely and stresses vaccination as the strongest protection against the highly contagious disease.Unique Symptoms Of Measles To Look Out ForMeasles has a high transmissibility, and high measles immunity levels are required to prevent sustained measles virus transmission. This is why herd immunity for measles could be easily breached.It easily spreads from one infected person to another through breathes, coughs or sneezes and could cause severe disease, complications, and even death.Read: Unique Symptoms Of Measles In 2025 And How Long Does The Infection Last?The most unique symptom or the early sign of measles in the Koplik spots. These are tiny white dots that look like grains of salt on red gums inside the cheeks that appear before the red rash starts to appear on a person's face and then the body.Furthermore, the symptoms of measles are also characterized by the three Cs:CoughCoryza or runny noseConjunctivitis or red and water eyesThe progression of the symptom comes in two stages, first is the prodromal stage or Days 1 to 4, where one would notice high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, sore throat, fatigue, and Koplik spots.The second stage is called the rash stage or the days 5 to 10 or even more where rash start to appear on the hairline, and then it runs down the body. It lasts for several days and fades in the same order.The first symptoms, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), appear 7 to 14 days after a measles infection. Often, it could also lead to ear infection, or even diarrhea. Though these complications happen in every 1 in 10 children or individual with measles.

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