US EditionManitoba warns of new measles exposure sites south of Winnipeg
- On May 3, 2025, Manitoba public health officials announced that individuals may have come into contact with measles at locations in two communities situated southwest of Winnipeg, near the U.S. Border.
- The warnings follow confirmed measles cases since February and possible exposures at a medical centre, a blood lab, an elementary school, and a retail store in Winkler and Gretna.
- Health authorities are reaching out to staff, volunteers, and families who may have been at the medical centre, laboratory, Gretna School, or Winners store in Winkler, advising them to watch for symptoms over the next three weeks.
- Since February 2025, Manitoba confirmed 10 measles cases up to April 26, while Ontario and Alberta reported 1,243 and 210 cases respectively, reflecting a nationwide outbreak since last fall.
- These developments suggest ongoing transmission risks in Manitoba's communities, requiring continued monitoring and public communication to limit further spread.
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Manitoba Warns of New Measles Exposure Sites South of Winnipeg
Public health officials in Manitoba are warning of new measles exposure sites in two communities south of Winnipeg, including a medical centre and an elementary school. Officials say people may have been exposed to the virus at the C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre and the Dynacare blood and medical test lab in Winkler, Man. on April 24, 25 and 29. Additional exposures may have occurred at the Winners in Winkler on the evening of April 27, and at Gretn…
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Manitoba warns of new measles exposure sites south of Winnipeg
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New Measles Exposure Sites Reported in Manitoba - Canada French
WINKLER—Manitoba's public health officials caution against new measles exposure sites in two communities south of Winnipeg, including a medical centre and a primary school. Authorities report that people may have been exposed to the virus at C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre and Dynacare Blood and Medical Laboratory in Winkler on April 24, 25 and 29. Other exhibits may have taken place at Winners School, Winkler on the evening of April 27, and Gretna S…
Manitoba warns of new measles exposure sites south of Winnipeg – 105.9 The Region
WINKLER — Public health officials in Manitoba are warning of new measles exposure sites in two communities south of Winnipeg, including a medical centre and an elementary school. Officials say people may have been exposed to the virus at the C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre and the Dynacare blood and medical test lab in Winkler, Man. on April 24, 25 and 29. Additional exposures may have occurred at the Winners in Winkler on the evening of April 27, an…
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