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Possible Measles Exposure At Chatham Hospital

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Health officials are warning of another possible measles exposure in Chatham.

Chatham-Kent Public Health is reporting one new measles exposure point at the Chatham site of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance at 80 Grand Ave. W. Those who attended the Emergency Department on March 29 between 9:40 p.m. and 11:50 p.m. may have been exposed to the virus.

Anyone who was present during this timeframe and is not up-to-date with their vaccinations is urged to call CK Public Health at 519-352-7270 ext. 5902.

If you are experiencing symptoms of measles and need to visit a healthcare provider, emergency department, or walk-in clinic, be sure to call ahead before attending.

The health unit is reminding the community that the risk of contracting measles remains small for community members who are vaccinated against the virus.

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