Public health officials are warning the public about a confirmed case of measles in the Kingston region.
The South East Health Unit (SEHU) says there may have been a measles exposure at four public locations within the City. These include Duncan McArthur Hall on March 29 between 5-8pm and 30 11am-10pm, Hotel Dieu Hospital Urgent Care on April 3 11am-5pm, and a Megabus trip from Kingston to Scarborough on April 3 4:35pm (Kingston terminal) – 9:15pm (Scarborough Library).
People who were at any of those places during the listed times should check their vaccination records. Measles is very contagious and spreads through the air or by touching infected surfaces.
SEHU says people with two doses of the measles vaccine are usually protected. Those born before 1970 likely had the illness as a child and are also considered immune. People who are unvaccinated or unsure of their status should contact their doctor or SEHU.
Anyone exposed should watch for symptoms—such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, or rash—until 21 days after their exposure.
High-risk individuals, including infants, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems, should call SEHU right away.
More details and exposure times are available at kflaph.ca/measles.
Written by Emily Chatwood
