New Manitoba measles exposure sites include hospital, church

Manitoba health officials are warning the public about new measles exposure sites.

In a Thursday bulletin, the province said there were possible measles exposures at three new locations over the last six days.

They are the Neepawa Health Centre’s emergency department waiting area on Feb. 28 from 4 to 7 p.m., the Apartments at The Gardens on Tenth common area in Altona, Man., on March 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and the Altona Sommerfield Mennonite Church on March 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Health officials asked anyone at these places during these times to check their immunization records and ensure they are up to date with the measles vaccine.

People who are not immunized and have been exposed to measles may be eligible for preventative treatment within six days of exposure, the province said, noting they should contact a health-care provider.

Measles symptoms usually appear seven to 21 days after exposure, beginning with fever, runny nose, drowsiness, irritability and red eyes. White spots may also develop on the inside of the mouth. Following the initial symptoms, a red blotchy rash typically appears on the face and moves down the body.

According to numbers from the province last updated on Feb. 27, Manitoba has reported 215 confirmed and 22 probable cases of measles so far in 2026.

There were 319 confirmed and 29 probable cases in 2025.

More information on measles, exposure sites and vaccinations is available on the province’s website.