Officials warn of measles exposure in Saskatoon

Health officials are warning of potential measles exposure at five locations in Saskatoon.

According to the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), a Saskatoon resident became infected with measles while traveling internationally.

The SHA says the person anyone at the following locations during the listed times should monitor for measles symptoms.

Sunday Jan. 7 between 3:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at:

Tuesday, Jan. 9 between 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. at:

Tuesday, Jan. 16 between 7:00 a.m. and 09:30 a.m. at:

According to SHA, the following symptoms could be a sign of measles:

The SHA advises anyone who was at the listed locations during the identified times to put on a mask and call Healthline 811 for directions.

"If you are in medical distress, present to emergency or call 911, AND identify that you may have been exposed to measles," an SHA news release said.

The SHA had more specific guidance for those who may have been exposed at Royal University Hospital (RUH), saying they may be eligible for "pre-emptive treatment."

A drop-in vaccine clinic has been arranged for those who meet the following requirements:

The clinic will be held at Northeast Health Centre (#108 - 407 Ludlow Street) on Saturday (Jan. 20) between 9:00 am and 3:45 pm and Sunday (Jan. 21) between 9:00 and 3:45 pm. No appointment is required.