Manitoba public health officials have issued a public warning about two confirmed measles exposures at the Health Sciences Centre (HSC) Winnipeg Children's Hospital emergency department. The exposures occurred on the evening of Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and in the early morning of Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Individuals who were at the HSC Children's Hospital emergency department during the specified exposure times are advised to monitor themselves for symptoms until May 5, 2026. Measles is highly contagious, and symptoms can appear 7 to 21 days after exposure. Initial symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes, followed by a red rash that starts on the face and spreads.
Public health emphasizes that vaccination is the most effective protection. Manitobans are urged to check their immunization records and the records of their children to ensure they are up to date with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Two doses are recommended for full protection.
Anyone who develops symptoms is instructed to self-isolate immediately and contact Health Links–Info Santé or their healthcare provider by phone before visiting any healthcare facility to prevent further spread.
