York Region confirms measles exposure at mall movie theatre

York Region public well being officers say those that went to see a June 9 displaying of Solo: A Star Wars Story at the Promenade Mall Think about Cinemas could have been uncovered to measles.  Anybody who used the concession stands, washrooms and theatre foyer from 7 p.m. to midnight might also be affected.  Officers say people who had been at the theatre ought to look ahead to measles signs, which often seem inside 21 days of exposure, and may contact their well being care supplier to substantiate they’ve obtained two doses of the measles vaccine or that they’ve measles immunity.  “Signs of measles embrace excessive fever, cough, runny nostril, sore eyes or sensitivity to mild, small spots with a white centre on the within of the mouth and a crimson rash on the physique,” York Region’s Medical Officer of Well being Dr. Karim Kurji, stated in a media launch. “Anybody displaying signs of measles ought to name their well being care supplier instantly and advise them they could have been uncovered to the measles virus.” Measles is extremely contagious and may unfold simply to those that are significantly susceptible or not immune. York Region public well being officers say the finest technique to forestall measles is thru vaccination.  http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/york-region-measles-exposure-promenade-imagine-1.4710363?cmp=rss