Urgent Warning: Measles Exposure Alert Issued for Windsor-Essex Residents!
2025-04-24
Author: Benjamin
Attention Windsor-Essex Residents!
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is sounding the alarm! If you visited specific locations during certain dates, you could be at risk for measles. It's crucial to monitor yourself for symptoms for up to 21 days following your visit.
Who Should Be Concerned?
This alert especially concerns unvaccinated individuals, pregnant women, those with weakened immune systems, and parents of children under 12 months old. If you fit any of these categories, take action now!
Important Locations and Dates
Check out these potential exposure sites: 1. **Costco Wholesale** 4411 Walker Rd, Windsor - **Dates:** - Tuesday, April 15: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Thursday, April 17: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm 2. **Forest Glade Medical Clinic Ltd.** 3145 Forest Glade Dr, Windsor - **Date:** - Wednesday, April 16: 9:45 am - 1:00 pm - Areas affected: Waiting Room, Patient Assessment Rooms, Pharmacy 3. **TLC Med Lab** 11811 Tecumseh Rd East #128, Windsor - **Date:** - Wednesday, April 16: 11:00 am - 1:35 pm Make sure to mark your calendars and stay vigilant!
What Should You Do Next?
For those exposed, it’s vital to assess your risk. Reach out to your healthcare provider to discuss your immunity status immediately. If you’re feeling unwell, don’t wait—get in touch with a medical professional!