Measles exposure risk in Kindersley
There is an increased risk of exposure to the measles virus in Saskatchewan. If you are symptomatic or think you may have been exposed to measles, call HealthLine 811 for instructions. Do not attend a clinic, health care facility or hospital in person.
Measles is a virus that spreads easily through the air.
Sometimes called rubeola or red measles, measles is one of the world’s most contagious diseases and can be very serious. It can affect all ages, but tends to be more severe in people who are immunocompromised and very young children. Catching measles while pregnant can affect the baby.
Measles is spread by coughing, sneezing, or breathing infected air. The virus remains active and contagious in the air for up to two hours. Measles is contagious even before symptoms develop, so many people may be exposed without knowing.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has issued an alert for Kindersley.
The location is Cameron's Clothing Company store at 705 11th Avenue East during the following times.
Monday, May 5
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 6
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday, May 9
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
If you were at this location during the specified times, please monitor for measles symptoms for 21 days following the potential exposure. Call HealthLine 811 for information on you or you family's immunizations. If you develop symptoms of the measles, please:
immediately isolate, stay home and out of the public including from school, work and pubic gatherings;
call ahead to your physician's office, clinic, or hospital to arrange for measles testing and treatment; and
call HealthLine 811 for care advice on symptoms of measles or for instructions on accessing testing and treatment.
Do not attend a clinic, health care facility or hospital in person if you have symptoms of measles or need measles testing. Call HealthLine 811 for information and instructions. If you are in medical distress, please call BEFORE entering the emergency department or if you call 911 tell them that you have been exposed to measles. Anyone potentially exposed may be eligible for preventative treatment for up to six days after exposure.