German Measles / Rubella
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German measles (rubella) is an infection caused by a virus. Rubella infection in pregnant women is dangerous and can cause congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) in the baby.
This infection was once an important cause of congenital malformations and mental retardation in newborn babies and children in BC. The rubella vaccine has nearly eliminated rubella and CRS in BC, in past years.
In 2010, BC experienced the largest outbreak of rubella in over a decade. Nine cases of rubella occurred in BC residents in 2010. All cases were associated with a single workplace. |
For more information about cases of German Measles / Rubella in British Columbia see the most recetn Annual Summary of Reportable Diseases.
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Last Updated: March 1, 2012