Health officials warn of possible measles exposure in Durham Region

Health officials in Durham Region have issued a warning regarding a possible measles exposure following the positive test result of an unimmunized child who recently returned from international travel. The individual tested positive for the virus after being on Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET552, which arrived at Pearson International Airport Terminal 1 on November 3 at 7:30 a.m. Anyone who was on this flight is advised to monitor themselves for symptoms until November 24.

Additionally, individuals who were in the emergency department waiting room at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering between 10:40 a.m. and 5 p.m. on November 3 should also be vigilant for symptoms. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can persist in the air or on surfaces for up to two hours. Symptoms typically appear seven to 21 days after exposure and may include a high fever, cough, runny nose, red watery eyes, and a red rash that emerges three to seven days after the onset of other symptoms. Those exposed to measles are advised to ensure they have been fully vaccinated against the disease.

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