Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit warns about measles outbreak

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is investigating a case of adult measles in Simcoe County. Health officials say anyone who has visited Sobeys in Innisfil on Jans Blvd or Wild Wing on Innisfil Beach Road on April 1^st may have been exposed to the virus. The exposure would have happened between 12:30pm and 4pm. Anyone who thinks this may be them is asked to call your Doctor immediately. Please, do not go to their office without calling first. Measles is a contagious virus that spreads easily, particularly to those who are not immune or are vulnerable. People should watch for symptoms until April 22. Symptoms are cold-like and include a cough and fever, sore eyes that may be sensitive to light, a red rash that lasts for up to five days and small white spots on the inside of the mouth. For more information call Health Connection at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520. You can also visit their website at www.simcoemuskokahealth.org.