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Measles Exposure Reported at Montreal Airport and Hospital

A case of measles has been reported at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport and in Sainte-Justine Hospital. The health authority has issued a warning regarding possible exposure to the virus. Individuals who were present at these locations during specified times are advised to monitor for symptoms.

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Health authorities in Montreal have confirmed a case of measles involving a child who was present at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport late on a Friday evening. The same individual was also reported to have been at Sainte-Justine Hospital early the following Saturday. Public health officials have cautioned anyone who may have been in these locations during the time of exposure to be vigilant for symptoms of measles, which include fever, cough, runny nose, and a distinctive rash. The public is urged to seek medical attention if symptoms develop, especially if they were in the vicinity of the reported locations during the time frame. Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, and the health authority is taking measures to inform the community about this event to prevent further transmission.

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