Northern Health confirms measles cases in the northeast

Multiple lab-confirmed cases of measles have been identified by Northern Health (NH).

According to the health authority, the cases are in the northeast community of Wonowon, roughly 89 kilometres northwest of Fort St. John.

While it appears the initial case was travel-acquired, Northern Health Medical Health Officers now believe the disease is circulating in the community.

NH said members of the public in Wonowon and neighbouring communities, including Fort St. John, may have been exposed in various settings in the community since late May.

In addition, members of the public may have been exposed at the Fort St. John Hospital emergency waiting area on June 2 between the hours of midnight and 4 a.m.

Those who may have been exposed and develop symptoms should seek medical attention, but call first before going in-person so appropriate precautions can be taken.

More information and how to protect yourself from the measles can be found on Northern Health’s website here.