Another day, another warning about the continued spread of measles in the community.
Officials with Chatham-Kent Public Health say anyone who was at the St Clair College Thames Campus main building on May 5 may have been exposed to the virus.
Anyone who was at the college between 10:45am and 2pm that day and is not up to date with their vaccinations is urged to contact Public Health at 519-352-7270 ext. 5902.
If you are experiencing symptoms and need to visit a healthcare provider, emergency department, or walk-in clinic, you are urged to call first and alert them to a potential measles exposure.
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.