An Ontario public health unit has issued a directive to suspend 1,624 elementary students due to outdated vaccination records as the province continues to grapple with a measles outbreak.
The notice was issued April 2 by the Region of Waterloo Public Health, in accordance with the Immunization of School Pupils Act.
“With the increase in measles cases and exposures, it is even more important that students are up to date with their immunizations to keep our community safe and healthy,” Region of Waterloo Medical Officer of Health Dr. Hsiu-Li Wang said in a press release. “Vaccination is the best way to ensure your family is protected against serious illness.”…