Measles exposure warning issued for Leamington hospital

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has issued a warning about possible measles exposure at Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington. The exposure occurred on March 14 in the emergency department. A vaccine clinic will be available on March 17 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. for those exposed and unvaccinated. The health unit advises these individuals to get vaccinated by the end of the day. People who are immunocompromised, have young children, or are pregnant should contact the health unit for additional guidance. Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, and a red rash that appears days after exposure.