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More measles exposures in Grey County

Grey Bruce Public Health is warning of two more measles exposures in Owen Sound.

According to a media release from GBPH, both exposures occurred on Tuesday, April 22.

The first was at No Frills Owen Sound from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The second exposure was at Food Basics Owen Sound during the same time window.

Anyone who was present at this location during the exposure window should confirm their vaccination status, and if not protected, individuals should contact Grey Bruce Public Health.

Also, people should monitor for measles symptoms for 21 days and if symptoms develop, isolate at home and contact a healthcare provider for next steps.

Grey Bruce Public Health has created a dedicated measles webpage, available at the following link: Measles – Grey-Bruce.

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