Canadian mumps outbreak spurs unique solution ideas
Patient Safety Monitor: Global Edition, July 24, 2007
The Canadian province of Nova Scotia is experiencing an outbreak of the Mumps. Since February 2007, 450 people have contracted the virus. Canadian officials, concerned that the virus will continue to spread, previously thought of promoting vaccination to younger people by offering shots of the vaccine at area bars, reports CBC News.
However, that idea has been laid to rest by officials, after Barry Barnet, Canada's Minister of Health Promotion and Protection, said that he would not condone handing out alcohol to students in exchange for them receiving vaccinations. He admits the province needs a creative way to get through to the young adult population, but will have to think of some other solution.
Mumps affects young people, between the ages of 15 and 26 more than any other age group.
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