Plan would wipe out measles in Ontario

The Ontario government has decided to immunize an entire generation against measles in an effort to wipe out the spread of the disease in the province. Between February and the end of June, more than 2 million schoolchildren -- most of whom had a first dose after their first birthday -- will receive a second dose of measles vaccine. A news release from the Ministry of Health says a second dose protects almost 100% of immunized children. Following this initiative, a second dose of measles vaccine will be required for all children entering school in Ontario.

| CMAJ January 15, 1996 (vol 154, no 2) |