Provincial health authorities have opened a series of measles vaccination clinics in Moncton after a passenger on an Air Canada flight from Toronto tested positive upon arrival on July 7. No additional cases have been identified since the initial diagnosis, Public Health said in a notice issued the week following the flight.
Where and when to get vaccinated
Vaccination sessions are being held at the Public Health office at 81 Albert St. in Moncton. The first clinic was held Friday; the next scheduled clinics are:
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| July 19 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
| July 21 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
People are urged to book an appointment through the provincial scheduler or by calling Tele‑Services at 1-833-437-1424. Tele‑Services is available Monday to Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Who should be concerned
Public Health specifically asked that anyone who was on the July 7 flight or present at the Moncton airport on that day, and people who visited the Moncton Hospital emergency department the same morning, continue to watch for symptoms. Symptoms can take up to three weeks to appear.
- Typical early symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, and red or sore eyes.
- If symptoms develop, people should isolate and contact Telecare at 811 rather than attend a clinic in person.
- Public Health has reported no new confirmed cases in New Brunswick since the initial case was identified in Moncton.
"People are encouraged to book an appointment through the provincial scheduler or by calling Tele‑Services at 1‑833‑437‑1424," a department spokesperson wrote.
Local context and next steps
The province is prioritizing vaccination access in Moncton to limit any potential spread following the imported case. The Public Health office will continue to update the public if further cases are identified or if additional clinics are required. For now, officials emphasize vaccination for those who may lack immunity and prompt self-isolation and medical advice for anyone who develops symptoms consistent with measles.
For appointment scheduling, call the provincial scheduler or Tele‑Services at 1-833-437-1424. For immediate health concerns or symptoms consistent with measles, contact Telecare 811.
