BCCDC reports no new measles cases province-wide on Sep 29th

A 3D graphic representation of a measles virus particle. (CDC/Unsplash)

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — No new measles cases have been reported in British Columbia, according to the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC). 

On September 29th, the BCCDC stated there have been no new cases of measles reported in the province since September 25th, when one new case was confirmed.

There have been 268 confirmed cases of measles across the province in 2025, with 196 – or approximately 73 per cent – originating from Northern Health. 

Of 17 probable cases, 16 have been identified by Northern Health and one by Interior Health, meaning the number of reported cases of measles could be as high as 285. 

There are currently no ‘active’ cases of measles, which the BCCDC defines as within 10 days of confirmation, the first 10 days after symptoms manifest or the first four days after a rash begins on an individual. 

Common symptoms of measles include red, inflamed eyes that are sensitive to light, coughing, runny nose, fever and a rash that usually begins on the face and neck before spreading to the torso. 

The highly contagious disease can spread easily and can lead to serious health complications including pneumonia, according to the BCCDC.

If an individual is experiencing symptoms or believes they may have been infected with measles, they are advised to stay at home and arrange for testing through their medical practitioner or the Northern Health Virtual Clinic. 

There have been no potential measles exposure incidents identified by Northern Health since an August 28th report at the Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department. 

To read the BCCDC’s complete September 29th report, see below.