Notice of Measles Case in Norfolk
Posted on January 14, 2025
January 10, 2025 Simcoe, ON – Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) has received confirmation of a case of measles in an adult resident of Haldimand-Norfolk.
The individual is currently recovering at home. The infection source for this individual is unknown at this time. GEPH is currently investigating.
‼️Grand Erie Public Health has determined that individuals at the following locations may have been exposed to the measles virus:
📍 Courtland Old Colony Church on December 29 from 9:45 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Delhi Community Health Centre Walk-in Clinic on January 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Norfolk General Hospital Emergency Room, January 5 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Next steps if you may have been exposed:
1. Check their immunization record to confirm they and their family members are up to date with their measles vaccinations (MMR or MMRV).
2. Watch for symptoms of measles; red rash, fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, fatigue
3. Anyone experiencing symptoms should first contact their healthcare provider as soon as possible to discuss follow-up recommendations and should not attend work or school
‼️Measles is a highly contagious illness caused by a virus.
‼️Measles virus is airborne and spread by breathing in air that contains the virus.
‼️Measles virus can live in the air for up to 2 hours after a cough or sneeze.
‼️Infected individuals are contagious for 4 days before AND after the rash appears. ‼️Symptoms appear between 7 and 21 days after exposure.
‼️Symptoms generally last for 1-2 weeks.
📢 There is no treatment for measles. Vaccinations are highly effective in preventing the virus’ spread.
More information: Call Health Services 905 768 1181 ext 4240 to inquire about immunization records and/or schedule an appointment. Also can email Janice.Mt.Pleasant@mncfn.ca to inquire about immunization records and/or schedule an appointment.
Read More: https://hnhu.org/grand-erie-public-health-confirms-measles-case-in-haldimand-norfolk-resident/
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