Apr 07, 2025 • Last updated Apr 07, 2025 •
Measles symptoms usually show up seven to 21 days after exposure and can include high fever, runny nose and cough, red, watery eyes, and a distinct rash that starts on the face and spreads across the body. Postmedia file jpg, WK, apsmc
The Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has reported a measles exposure linked to an Ontario Northland bus that passed through Renfrew County on March 29. The bus made several rest stops within the county.
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Northeastern Public Health announced on Friday, April 4 about two confirmed cases of measles in the District of Timiskaming. Those diagnosed with measles are currently isolated and are adhering to public health guidelines, as stated in a press release from Northeastern Public Health. The exposure on the Ontario Northland bus was identified during the investigation of one of these confirmed cases.
The RCDHU noted that measles is extremely contagious and can lead to serious complications. A person infected with measles can spread the virus four days before and four days after their rash appears. According to the health unit’s release, the virus can remain airborne for up to two hours even after an infected person has left the area. It spreads through air when an infected individual breathes, coughs, or sneezes. Initial symptoms include fever, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, and red or watery eyes. Some individuals may also develop small spots inside their mouth. Typically, a rash will appear within two to three days starting at the face before extending across the body.
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Ontario Northlands Bus from Veteran’s Park in Cobden (scheduled departure at 12 p. m.) heading to bus terminal in North Bay (scheduled arrival at 3:15 p. m.)
Pronto at 3520 Petawawa Boulevard (Scheduled arrival at 1 p. m.; scheduled departure at 1:15 p. m.) The RCDHU advised any residents of Renfrew County who think they might have been exposed at these locations during the specified times to monitor for measles symptoms until April 19. If you have been exposed and start showing symptoms according to their press release guidelines-stay home and avoid work or school. It’s important to call your healthcare provider ahead of time so necessary precautions can be arranged. Residents who suspect they’ve been exposed should check their immunization status as per RCDHU guidance. Anyone born in or after 1970 who hasn’t received two doses of the measles vaccine should contact RCDHU at 613-732-3629 extension 0 or toll-free at 1-800-267-1097 extension 0. For further details about measles prevention measures visit the RCDHU Measles webpage. Share this article in your social network
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The exposure sites in Renfrew County and District are as follows:
Veteran’s Park, Cobden – 11:30 a. m. to 2 p. m.Ontario Northlands Bus from Veteran’s Park in Cobden (scheduled departure at 12 p. m.) heading to bus terminal in North Bay (scheduled arrival at 3:15 p. m.)
Pronto at 3520 Petawawa Boulevard (Scheduled arrival at 1 p. m.; scheduled departure at 1:15 p. m.) The RCDHU advised any residents of Renfrew County who think they might have been exposed at these locations during the specified times to monitor for measles symptoms until April 19. If you have been exposed and start showing symptoms according to their press release guidelines-stay home and avoid work or school. It’s important to call your healthcare provider ahead of time so necessary precautions can be arranged. Residents who suspect they’ve been exposed should check their immunization status as per RCDHU guidance. Anyone born in or after 1970 who hasn’t received two doses of the measles vaccine should contact RCDHU at 613-732-3629 extension 0 or toll-free at 1-800-267-1097 extension 0. For further details about measles prevention measures visit the RCDHU Measles webpage. Share this article in your social network
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