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Six More Measles Exposure Points Identified in CK

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Officials with CK Public Health are warning the public about more potential measles exposures in Chatham.

Six exposure points have been identified, ranging from April 11 to the 28th at locations such as the Chatham-Kent Pediatrics Clinic on King Street West, the Chatham-Kent Community Health Centre on Richmond Street, the Downtown Chatham Centre, and Walmart on St Clair Street.

  1. Walmart – Chatham (881 St Clair St., Chatham)
    April 28th, 2025, 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
  2. Chatham-Kent Community Health Centre (150 Richmond St., Chatham)
    April 28th, 2025, 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
  3. Downtown Chatham Centre (100 King St., W., Chatham)
    April 24th, 2025, 9:30 am – 12:15 pm
  4. Dr. Azaghdani’s Office (100 King St., W., Suite 225, Chatham)
    April 24th, 2025, 9:30 am – 12:15 pm
  5. Chatham-Kent Pediatrics Clinic (100 King St., W., Suite 225, Chatham)
    April 24th, 2025, 9:30 am – 12:15 pm
  6. Chatham-Kent Community Health Centre (150 Richmond St., Chatham)
    April 11th, 2025, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Anyone who was present during these timeframes and is not up to date with their vaccinations is urged to contact Public Health at 519-352-7270 x5902.

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 3 to 7 days after the start of the above symptoms. The rash may start from the face and progress down the body.

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.