There are more measles exhibits being reported by chatham-kent public health.
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The Health Unit Issued A Release Monday Afternoon Advising of Two New Measles Exhibitions in Wallaceburg. They include:
- Tim Horton’s Restaurant (848 Dufferin Ave., Wallaceburg) On Tuesday, March 18 from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Bethel Church Youth Group (35 Mcnaughton Ave., Wallaceburg) on Friday, March 21 from 5:30 pm to 1 am
Anyone who was present at these rents During this timeframe and is not up-to date with their vaccinations, is asked to call CK public health at 519-352-7270 ext. 5902.
“If you are experienced symptoms of measles and need to visit a health-care provider, Emergency Department or walk-in Clinic, Call First and Tell them you have an exhibition and measles symptoms,” The Health Unit Said.
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Symptoms can include a fever, runny nose, cough, drowsiness, irritability, and red eyes. A Red Rash Appears on the Face Three to Seven Days After the Start of Other Symptoms. The Rash May Progress Down the body.
“The Majority of Individuals are vaccinated against measles, providing them with protection against the ditease,” The Health Unit.
“AS SUCH, The Risk of Contracting Measles Remains Small to the Broade Community. However, as a precautionary measure, we urge all individuals to ensure they are up-to-date on their vaccinations.
The Potential Measles Exhibitions Report on Monday Are the Latest of Several Exposure Advisories Issued by the Health Unit Late January.
As of Last Week, The Health Unit Reported 18 Confirmed Cases of Measles in Chatham-Kent, But Expects There Could Be More Cases Of The Highly Contagious Disease.
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