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Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is investigating an additional five confirmed cases of measles in Norfolk County. There are currently 53 confirmed cases (eight adults and 45 children) in the Grand Erie region, which includes Haldimand County, Norfolk County, the City of Brantford, and County of Brant.

The new confirmed cases are recovering at home. GEPH is investigating and following up with known contacts who may have been exposed to the measles virus.

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

• Norfolk General Hospital, 365 West St., Simcoe, February 14, 2025, from 9:20 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Norfolk General Hospital, 365 West St., Simcoe, February 16, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Norfolk General Hospital, 365 West St., Simcoe, February 18, 2025, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:50 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.

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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.