Health Unit Warns of Possible Measles Outbreak

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has issued a critical warning after identifying three schools as potential hotspots for measles exposure. Alarmingly, these incidents occurred earlier this month in both Leamington and Stoney Point.

Affected Schools and Dates of Exposure

Here are the schools and specific dates where the exposure was reported:

1. **Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Elementary School (Stoney Point)** - Entire School - Date: Tuesday, April 15 - Time: 9:15 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.

2. **St. Louis Catholic Elementary School (Leamington)** - Entire School - Dates: - Thursday, April 3 - Friday, April 4 - Monday, April 7 - Tuesday, April 8 - Wednesday, April 9 - Thursday, April 10 - Time: 9:15 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.

3. **Margaret D Bennie Public School (Leamington)** - Entire School, including Latchkey, EarlyON, and Talk 2 Me Program - Dates: - Friday, April 11 - Monday, April 14 - Time: 9:15 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.

Take Action: Monitor Your Health!

WECHU urges anyone who was at these locations during the specified times to keep a vigilant eye on their health for up to 21 days following their potential exposure. Symptoms of measles can start appearing 7 to 21 days after exposure.

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As of now, the health unit has confirmed a total of 26 measles cases reported in April alone. This makes it crucial for the community to be aware and take necessary precautions. Stay healthy and informed!