The BC Centre for Disease Control has confirmed no new measles cases in the Northern Health region since July 14. The total number of cases across the region this year remains at 77.
Health officials are confirming one new case for the rest of BC,, pushing the provincial total to 115.
Vaccination rates for measles decreased in British Columbia during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to deputy provincial health officer Dr. Martin Lavoie.
The BC CDC says there’s currently one active measles case in the province and it’s in the Northern Health region.
In June, most of the Northern cases were located in Wonowon and neighboring communities, including Fort St. John.
Northern Health is advising those who may have been exposed and develop symptoms to seek medical attention.
Those who have been exposed to the measles are being asked to stay home and self-isolate for at least four days after a rash first appears.
Medical experts say the best way to protect yourself if you have been exposed to measles is to get vaccinated with the MMR vaccine. You can contact your local health unit to schedule a measles vaccination appointment.