CK Public Health reports new measles exposures

Chatham-Kent Public Health is reporting two new measles exposures Monday.

• Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Wallaceburg Site Emergency Department (325 Margaret Ave., Wallaceburg)
• YMCA (101 Courthouse Lane, Chatham)

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.

Measles is a highly contagious virus that can spread easily through the air, or when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

Symptoms usually begin 7 to 21 days after exposure and could include a high fever, pain, runny nose, red swollen eyes and cough, followed by a bright red rash.