On Monday, March 17, 2025, CK Public Health issued information about six new measles exposures across Chatham-Kent.
Here are the details
– John D. Bradley Centre (565 Richmond St., Chatham), March 8, 2025, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
– Gregory Drive Alliance Church (255 Gregory Drive W., Chatham), March 9, 2025, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
– Emmanuel Baptist Church (100 McNaughton Ave., W., Chatham), March 9, 2025, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
– McDonald’s Restaurant (411 St Clair St., Chatham), March 10, 2025, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., March 11, 2025, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., March 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
“If you were present during this timeframe and are not up-to date with your vaccinations, please call CK Public Health at 519-352-7270 ext. 5902,” public health officials say.
“If you are experiencing symptoms of measles and need to visit a healthcare provider, emergency department or walk-in clinic, call first and tell them you have had an exposure and measles symptoms. 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 the above symptoms. The rash may start from the face and progress down the body.”
Public health officials added: “It is important to note that the majority of individuals are vaccinated against measles, providing them with protection against the disease. As such, the risk of contracting measles remains small to the broader community. However, as a precautionary measure, we urge all individuals to ensure they are up-to-date on their vaccinations.”
More details are available at https://ckphu.com/.
