York Region Public Health has announced a measles outbreak in Vaughan after identifying four cases of the virus.
Health officials indicate that the outbreak took place at Becker’s Convenience Store, which is located at 7241 Bathurst Street.
In a news release, officials advise that anyone who visited the convenience store on Sept. 2 between 2:45 and 5:15 p. m. may have been exposed to the virus and should confirm they have received two doses of the vaccine.
If you might have been exposed, it’s important to watch for symptoms for 21 days until Sept. 23.
Measles spreads through the air, with symptoms appearing within seven to 21 days after exposure.
Common symptoms include cough, high fever, runny nose, pink eye, and a red rash that typically begins on the head and neck.
The health unit is providing measles vaccination appointments at these clinics:
Sept. 4: 9060 Jane Street, Vaughan Sept. 5 and Sept. 12: 4261 Highway 7, Unionville Sept. 9: 17150 Yonge Street, Newmarket Sept. 10: 50 High Tech Road, Richmond Hill
As of Sept. 2, Ontario has recorded a total of 2,376 cases of measles.
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