More measles exposure sites reported in Manitoba

The Manitoba government is warning the public about new measles exposure sites reported in the province.

According to a bulletin released Tuesday, there are four new sites in Boissevain where people may have been exposed to the virus between May 7 and 9.

“Public health is also advising that some of the recent measles cases did not have any known contact with a case,” the bulletin reads. “Previously, all cases had known contact with measles either during travel or in Manitoba.”

The sites include the community’s Canada Post office, Sunrise Credit Union, and Goodon Industries. All of these exposures took place between May 7 and 9. The province has a more detailed account of the exposures on its website.

Another exposure was reported at the community’s RBC branch on May 9 between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

People who were at these locations at the same time as the possible exposure are asked to monitor for symptoms until the end of May.

Symptoms of measles generally appear between seven and 21 days after exposure and include fever, runny nose, drowsiness, and red eyes. After the initial symptoms, a red, blotchy rash appears on the face and moves down the body.

People who think they were exposed to measles at any of these sites but haven’t been notified can call Health Links at 204-788-8200.

As of May 3, 20 cases of measles have been identified in Manitoba since February.