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Two more measles cases confirmed in Manitoba – Winnipeg


The province says two new cases of measles have been confirmed in the Southern Health – Sante Sud region.

The two Manitobans who contracted the disease both recently travelled to Mexico. They also both attended Southwood School in Schanzenfeld during the infectious period.

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Anyone at the school on April 14 and 15 during school hours and after school until 5:30 p.m. is asked to monitor for symptoms until May 7.

And anyone who rode bus #2683 on those two days from 8-10:35 a.m. and 3:30-6 p.m. is also asked to watch for symptoms.

Measles symptoms appear 7-21 days after exposure and include fever, runny nose, drowsiness, irritability and red eyes. Several days after the initial symptoms, a red blotchy rash appears on the face and progresses down the body.




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