Manitoba Health warns of possible measles exposure at Winkler clinic last week
Anyone who was at the 1st Street clinic on July 2 between 12:45 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. should monitor their symptoms until July 24, health officials said in a Monday news release.
There have been 116 confirmed measles cases so far this year, according to the most recent data from the province available on Monday. Eight probable cases were also reported since the start of 2025.
Measles is a highly infectious disease that spreads through air droplets formed when a person coughs, sneezes or talks.
It typically takes between one to three weeks after exposure for symptoms to appear. Infected people may develop a red rash, fever, runny nose, drowsiness and red eyes.
If you experience any of these symptoms, health officials suggest you isolate yourself at home.
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