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Grand Erie Public Health Confirms Two Additional Cases of Measles

February 3, 2025

Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is investigating two confirmed cases of measles in Norfolk County. There are currently 21 confirmed cases (five adults and 16 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 source of the two new confirmed cases is linked to a previous exposure. 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:

  • Family Practice Office, Roulston’s Pharmacy, 65 Donly Dr. N Suite B Unit 4, Jan. 28, 2025, from 5 to 7:20 p.m.
  • Shoppers Drug Mart, 470 Norfolk St., Simcoe, Jan 30, 2025, from 10 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
  • Best Western Hotel, 17565 Yonge St, Newmarket, Jan 31, 2025, at 2 p.m. to Feb 1, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.
  • Magna Centre Arena, 800 Mulock Dr., Newmarket on January 31, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 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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