Alberta reaches 868 measles cases, highest since 1986

Alberta measles case count surpasses 1986 mark as outbreaks span all health zones

Alberta has recorded its highest number of measles cases in nearly four decades, with 868 confirmed infections as of Thursday.

Alberta's measles outbreaks are now the worst in nearly half a century

Alberta's measles surge is so dramatic, the last time case counts were higher Calgary did not have an NHL team, 'O Canada' was not yet the official national anthem and gasoline would set you back 24 cents a litre.

Rampant measles spread in northern Alberta prompts another standing exposure advisory

Alberta Health Services says measles cases are growing in the province's northwest region, particularly in the communities of La Crete, Fort Vermilion and High Level.

Alberta reaches most confirmed measles cases in nearly 40 years

Alberta has now seen the most confirmed measles cases in nearly 40 years in this latest outbreak.

Alberta reaches 868 measles cases, highest since 1986

Alberta reached 868 measles cases Thursday, the highest the province has seen in 40 years.

Alberta reaches 868 measles cases_ highest since 1986

Alberta reached 868 measles cases Thursday, the highest the province has seen in 40 years.