Peel Public Health has confirmed a case of measles and is advising residents of possible exposure at a walk-in clinic in Brampton.
In a news release, Peel Public Health said the case was confirmed on Feb. 18.
The health agency says residents and visitors may have been exposed at the Cornerstone Medical Centre-Walk-in urgent care and its adjoining pharmacy between 1:52 p.m. and 5:13 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16.
“Anyone experiencing symptoms should contact their health care provider, or if not available, Peel Public Health as soon as possible to get advice. Do not attend work or school. Those concerned about symptoms should call their health care provider before going to see them to inform them they may have been in contact with someone who has measles.”
Measles symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, sensitivity to light and a red rash lasting four to seven days. According to PPH, symptoms can begin anywhere from seven to 21 days after exposure.
PPH is also urging residents to check their vaccination status.
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“With March break approaching, Peel Public Health advises residents to make sure they are up to date with measles vaccination, especially before international travel. All Ontarians over six months old are eligible for MMR vaccine if travelling.
“Measles is a highly contagious disease that spreads easily to those who are not immunized or have not previously had measles. Infants under one year of age, unimmunized pregnant people, and people with weakened immune systems are at increased risk of complications.”
Ontario is dealing with a measles outbreak in some areas of the province since last October.
Public Health Ontario (PHO) provided an update on the outbreak on Feb. 13, indicating that there had been a total of 57 confirmed and six probable cases of measles reported so far in 2025.
