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Tilbury Walk-In Clinic Exposed To Measles

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Health officials have identified another measles exposure point in Tilbury.

Chatham-Kent Public Health said local residents may have been exposed to the measles virus if they attended the Tilbury Walk-In Clinic at 15 Mill St. E on April 4 between 2:15 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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.