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By Joshua Santos Writer A measles outbreak near Six Nations has prompt health officials in outside communities to establish vaccination clinics to stop the spread of the disease. Grand Erie Public Health says there are currently 48 confirmed cases, six adults and 42 children, in the Grand Erie region. The region includes Haldimand County, Norfolk County, Brantford, and Brant County. It is investigating an additional 11 confirmed measle cases in Norfolk County. \u201cMeasles is a serious, but preventable illness that can impact people of all ages,\u201d said Shawn Falcao, communications advisor for Grand Erie Public Health. \u201cOur focus remains on preventing the spread of measles with vaccination. Many of our residents work, live, play, and worship in neighbouring communities, which is why GEPH is focusing efforts on preventing further transmission.\u201d… <\/p>\n

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By Joshua Santos Writer A measles outbreak near Six Nations has prompt health officials in outside communities to establish vaccination clinics to stop the spread of the disease. Grand Erie Public Health says there are currently 48 confirmed cases, six adults and 42 children, in the Grand Erie region. The region includes Haldimand County, Norfolk County, Brantford, and Brant County. It is investigating an additional 11 confirmed measle cases in Norfolk County. \u201cMeasles is a serious, but preventable illness that can impact people of all ages,\u201d said Shawn Falcao, communications advisor for Grand Erie Public Health. \u201cOur focus remains on preventing the spread of measles with vaccination. Many of our residents work, live, play, and worship in neighbouring communities, which is why GEPH is focusing efforts on preventing further transmission.\u201d... <\/p>\n

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