Manitoba reports 18 more measles cases

Manitoba Health has reported 18 more confirmed measles cases, bringing the province’s year-to-date total to 586.

The newest cases were reported between May 9 and 16.

One additional probable case was also reported for a year-to-date total of 75. One additional hospitalization was recorded.

Manitoba has reported the highest number of measles cases among Canadian provinces this year, according to the federal government’s latest surveillance report.

Officials have said the true number of infections is higher than the number of cases that have been detected.