Prevent the Spread of Measles – Get Vaccinated!

The measles virus continues to spread in many parts of the world, including in Canada. Residents are encouraged to stay up to date with their routine vaccines to help prevent the spread of measles. Vaccines are available from your primary health care provider or at a Toronto Public Health community clinic for school-aged children. Learn more on the City’s Measles fact sheet and book an appointment at TPHbookings.ca.

Q: How is the measles virus spread?

A: Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that is spread through the air from person to person. It can cause fever, rash, cough, runny nose, red eyes, ear infections, pneumonia and in rare cases, death.

Q: How infectious is the measles virus?

A: The virus remains active and contagious in the air or on infected surfaces for up to two hours. For this reason, it is very infectious, and one person infected by measles can infect nine out of ten of unvaccinated close contacts.

Q: I'm planning on traveling; should I be concerned?

Measles is still spreading around the world and in Canada. Get vaccinated before you go to protect you and your loved ones. If you return from travel with a rash & fever, please speak to your health care provider.

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