What do I need to know right now about measles?

MAR 6, 202522 MIN
The Dose

What do I need to know right now about measles?

MAR 6, 202522 MIN

Description

<p>Measles is on the rise, highlighting how a disease considered eliminated in Canada is making a comeback. Though there have long been sporadic cases, recent dramatic outbreaks are worrying people like infectious diseases specialist Dr. Sumon Chakrabarti. He explains why more people are getting measles and urges Canadians to get vaccinated to stay protected.</p><p><br></p><p>For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/the-dose-transcripts-listen-1.6732281" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lnk.to/dose-transcripts</a>. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. For more episodes of this podcast,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dose/id1498259551" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">click this link.</a></p>