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Grand Erie Public Health Confirms 15 Additional Cases of Measles

Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is investigating 15 additional confirmed cases of measles in Norfolk County. There are currently 37 confirmed cases (five adults and 32 children) in the Grand Erie region, which includes Haldimand County, Norfolk County, Brantford, and County of Brant.

All confirmed cases are currently recovering at home. The infection sources of the new cases are linked to previous exposures. GEPH is investigating and following up with known contacts who may have been exposed to the measles virus through these individuals.

At this time, the investigation has determined that those at the following locations may have been exposed to the measles virus:

  • Houghton Public School, RR #5, Langton, Feb. 3-5, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:05 p.m.
  • Delhi Community Health Centre Walk-In Clinic and Pharmasave, 105 Main St. Delhi, Feb. 8, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
  • Walsingham Christian School, 6th Concession Rd., Walsingham, Jan. 24, 30-31 and Feb. 3, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Norfolk General Hospital, Emergency Department, 365 W St. Simcoe, Feb. 7, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 5:35 p.m.

For more information about measles including signs, symptoms, and what to do if you believe you may have been exposed to the measles virus, visit www.bchu.org/measles or www.hnhu.org/measles.

Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is one of Ontario’s public health units. GEPH formed in January 2025 when the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit and Brant County Health Unit merged. We are dedicated to promoting and protecting the health and well-being of communities within the County of Brant, City of Brantford, Haldimand County, and Norfolk County. Our work is guided by the Health Protection and Promotion Act and the Ontario Public Health Standards, ensuring that our programs and services meet the highest standards of public health practice. We are committed to fostering healthy communities through prevention, education, and health promotion, while working in collaboration with local partners to address the unique needs of our diverse populations.

 

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