Measles may be making the rounds in the province once again.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority has issued a notification of exposure risks based on confirmed cases in Saskatoon. Individuals who were at any of the following places during the listed times should monitor themselves for up to 21 days after exposure.
In Saskatoon, the locations and times of concern are:
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Smiley’s Buffet and Catering (702 Circle Dr, Saskatoon): Friday, March 21, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Queen Nails & Spa Confederation Mall (300 Confederation Dr #46, Saskatoon): Friday, March 21, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Play Toon Indoor Playground (331 60th Street, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Tommy Gun’s Original Barbershop (831 51st Street Unit 70, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Tim Hortons (709 Circle Dr E, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Value Village (2115 Faithful Ave, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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HomeSense (3047 Clarence Ave S, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The SHA also issued a list of locations in North Battleford to add to the exposure risk listing. Those locations are available at the Saskatchewan Health Authority Website.
Measles is characterized by a number of symptoms including fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, fatigue, irritability, small white spots within the mouth and throat, and a red blotchy rash that can develop on the face and body.
Measles can be prevented by vaccination. The measles vaccine is safe, effective, and free. With two doses, measles vaccination is almost 100 per cent effective.
Due to the highly contagious nature of measles, if you exhibit any of the above symptoms AND were at the identified location during the specified times, please call HealthLine 811 for symptom assessment and care advice. You may also contact your physician or nurse practitioner and inform them that you may have been exposed to measles.
More information is available on the SHA website.