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Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is investigating an additional 11 confirmed case of measles in Norfolk County. There are currently 48 confirmed cases (six adults and 42 children) in the Grand Erie region, which includes Haldimand County, Norfolk County, Brantford, and County of Brant. One case is currently recovering in hospital while the other cases are recovering at home. The infection source for this individual is unknown at this time. GEPH is investigating and following up with known contacts who may have been exposed to the measles virus through this individual. At this time, the investigation has determined that those at the following locations may have been exposed to the measles virus: • LaSalette Old Colony School, 71 La Salette Rd., La Salette, February 5, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. • Glen Meyer Old Colony School, 1436 1st Concession Rd., Langton, February 5-6, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Tim Hortons (A-wing, 1st floor), 200 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, February 10, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. • Tim Hortons (A-wing, 1st floor), 200 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, February 11, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. • Tim Hortons (A-wing, 1st floor), 200 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, February 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 11:15 a.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. -30-