Measles
Measles is a highly contagious disease that spreads through coughing, sneezing, and close contact. It can lead to serious complications, especially in young children and those with weakened immune systems.
Due to the growing number of MEASLES cases, the Manitoba Government has expanded the eligibility criteria for MEASLES, MUMPS AND RUBELLA (MMR).
If you suspect measles and need to be seen please call your Primary Care Provider or Emergency Department to advise that there is a potential for measles before going to the facility.
Symptoms include
- Fever
- Cough and runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- Red, blotchy rash that spreads across the body
There is no cure
- Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms
Help stop the spread
- Make sure you and your children are up to date on vaccines
- Stay home if you are sick
- Talk to your public health nurse if you are eligible for the vaccine
The best protection? Vaccination
- The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is safe, effective, and essential for preventing outbreaks.
Vaccine Eligibility
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
- Children aged 6 months to under 12 months:
- Eligible for 1 dose if travelling to a measles endemic country.
- Manitoba’s Measles Outbreak Eligibility:
One dose can be provided to the following, in addition to the routine schedule offered at 12 months and 4-6 years:- Those residing in Southern Health-Santé Sud (SH-SS) or Interlake Eastern (IERHA), or
- Those who travel regularly to AND have close contact with residents of SH-SS or IERHA, or
- Those who have been evacuated from their home communities due to wildfires in Manitoba
Children aged 6 months to under 12 months who travel regularly AND have close contact with residents of Southern Health-Santé Sud (SH-SS) and Interlake-Eastern (IERHA) or those who have been evacuated from their home communities due to wildfires in Manitoba, are eligible for one dose of MMR in addition to the routine schedule offered at 12 months and 4-6 years.
