Measles Outbreak Nears End in Quebec
Quebec health officials report that a measles outbreak with 28 confirmed cases is nearing its end, citing limited transmission and no recent new infections.
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Quebec Declares Summer Measles Outbreak Over
Quebec health officials declared the summer measles outbreak over after more than a month with no new cases, ending a period that saw 28 infections between June and July 2026.
Montreal Picnic Goer Bit by Tick in La Fontaine Park
After a picnic in La Fontaine Park on August 2, a Montreal resident was bitten by a tick, highlighting the presence of ticks in city parks and the associated health risks.
Quebec Measles Outbreak Nears End With 28 Cases
Quebec reports that its measles outbreak is close to ending, with 28 confirmed cases indicating limited spread.
Quebec Reports First Raccoon Rabies Case in Stray Cat
Quebec's agriculture ministry confirmed the province's first raccoon‑variant rabies case in a stray cat from Montérégie and urged pet owners to keep rabies vaccinations current.
Woman Bitten by Rabid Cat; Three Receive Rabies Shots
A woman in Montérégie was bitten by a rabid stray cat, leading to three people receiving preventive rabies shots. Health officials administered post‑exposure prophylaxis to prevent infection.
Quebec Confirms First Raccoon Rabies Case in Stray Cat
Quebec’s agriculture ministry reported the province’s first raccoon rabies case in a stray cat from Montérégie and urged pet owners to ensure vaccinations are current.
Quebec Paramedics Reach Tentative Contract After Years
Quebec’s provincial government and Urgences-santé have reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement with over 1,000 paramedics in Montreal and Laval, ending a multi‑year contract void. The deal now awaits ratification by the paramedic workforce.
Quebec Health Ministry Urges Local Produce Amid Cyclosporiasis Surge
Quebec’s Health Ministry advises residents to buy locally produced fruits and vegetables to reduce the risk of cyclosporiasis, after 140 cases—including 40 recent infections—were reported between May 1 and July 21, 2026.
Quebec Urges Local Produce Purchases Amid Cyclosporiasis Surge
Quebec health officials report 140 cyclosporiasis cases from May to July 2026, a significant rise from the previous year, and advise consumers to buy and properly wash locally grown produce.
UK Mirrors Quebec Ban on Energy Drinks for Minors
The UK has enacted a ban on selling energy drinks to anyone under 18, copying Quebec’s existing restriction, while Canada’s federal government has not introduced a similar measure.
NY Children See Spike in Cannabis-Related Hospital Visits
New York health officials report a rise in cannabis‑related hospitalizations among children in 2026 and urge increased education for families to address the trend.
Montreal Health Dept Warns Schools Against Seréna Québec Materials
Montreal Public Health warned city schools on July 24, 2026, not to use reproductive‑health materials from non‑profit Seréna Québec, citing risks of misinformation, confusion and anxiety. The department flagged the resources as potentially harmful while continuing its oversight of educational content.
Montreal Health Dept Warns Schools Over Seréna Québec Materials
Montreal Public Health warned city schools on July 24 to stop using Seréna Québec reproductive health materials, citing potential misinformation, confusion and anxiety. The department urged schools to pause the resources pending further review.
Quebec Reports Fourfold Surge in Cyclosporosis Cases
Quebec health officials reported a nearly fourfold increase in cyclosporosis cases compared with last year, linked to a spreading outbreak in the United States. The province is emphasizing surveillance and public hygiene measures to curb the parasite's rise.
Quebec Doctor Notes Rise in Cyclosporiasis Cases, Reassures Public
A Quebec doctor says cyclosporiasis cases are rising but assures the public there is no cause for alarm, noting ongoing monitoring and effective prevention measures.
West Nile Virus Found in Ontario Mosquitoes, Officials Advise Precautions
West Nile virus was found in mosquito pools across several Ontario communities in July 2026, prompting officials to urge residents to adopt protective measures as mosquito activity peaks for the summer.
Quebec Cases of Cyclosporiasis Jump Fourfold Amid US Outbreak
Quebec reports a nearly fourfold increase in cyclosporiasis cases, reflecting a wider outbreak that continues across the United States.
US Cyclosporose Outbreak Involves Thousands, Expert Weighs Transmission
Thousands in the United States have been infected by a cyclosporose outbreak, and University of Montreal professor Nathalie Grandvaux explained the disease and said current evidence does not indicate easy person‑to‑person spread.
Boil-Water Advisory Issued for Parts of Ballston
A boil‑water advisory was issued on July 18, 2026 for parts of Ballston, urging residents and visitors to boil tap water before use due to safety concerns.
