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Measles is preventable through immunization continued from p.1 "In the interest of being transparent and ensuring residents are aware that measles continues to circulate in the GTA, Halton Region Health Department has taken steps to inform local physicians and hospitals, and the public about this most recent case," Meghani said Tuesday. "We are also pleased to share the Halton man is recovering well." The Region's Health Department is continuing to co-ordinate with other public health departments to "ensure any potentially exposed persons are notified in a timely manner," she said. Measles spreads easily to those who aren't immune. Infants under one year of age, pregnant women and those with weakened immune systems can become very ill with measles. Complications of measles can include middle ear infections, pneumonia, croup and inflammation of the brain. "Measles is preventable through immunization with two doses of the measles vaccine," said Meghani. "People who have measles need to isolate themselves while they are ill and for four full days after the rash first appears." The Region had said last Thursday, a medical If you think you may have measles and need to see a doctor, you must call ahead to the doctor's office, walk-in clinic or public health clinic. This will allow health care staff to prepare for your visit, give you a mask to wear when you arrive and take you straight to a room in which you can be isolated to reduce the risk of exposure to others. Since measles is now circulating in southwestern Ontario and easily spreads from person to person, the health department is urging all residents to have their vaccination up to date. Adults born before 1970 are generally presumed to have acquired natural immunity to measles. However, some of these individuals may be susceptible. All Ontarians, regardless of date of birth, are eligible for two doses of MMR vaccine. For individuals born in 1970 or after, two doses of the MMR vaccination are required to be considered adequately protected. According to the media release, the health department works throughout the year to plan for various potential disease outbreaks, while helping people learn how to protect themselves from the threat of an outbreak and working with the medical community to ensure Halton is prepared to meet the changing needs of its community. For information, dial 311 or call the health department at 905-825-6000 or toll-free 1-866442-5866, or visit Halton.ca/measles. 3 | Thursday, February 19, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com inside today's Spotlight Health Beaver Trails Beaver www.insideHALTON.com 6 28 30 Arts Sports Classified 31 33 34 For home delivery & customer service call 905-631-6095, 5300 Harvester Rd., Burlington New subscriptions call 905-631-6095 or subscribe online at www.oakvillebeaver.com Pharmasave Drugs, Metro, Listen Up Canada, M&M Meats, RMP Athletic Locker, Mars Canada, Bulk Barn, Oakville Learning Centre, Rona, Real Canadian Superstore, No Frills, Lowes Canada, New America Marketing, Food Basics, JYSK Bed & Bath, Hudson's Bay Co., Home Outfitters, Fortinos, The Brick, Staples, Brick Mattress, Sears, Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Rexall, Pharma Plus, Michael's, Future Shop, Beddington's Bed & Bath, Centennial Windows, Maritime Travel, Bouclair, Home Depot, Shoppers Drug Mart, Drug Trading, Reliance, Canadian Tire, Toys R Us, Freshco, Sobeys Dr. Hamidah Meghani advisory was sent to physicians and hospitals in the area on Feb. 5 reminding recipients to be mindful of the measles cases, and to check the immunization status of staff. "The alertness for measles, especially amongst physicians, is fairly high in Halton," said Halton Region's Associate Medical Officer of Health Dr. Monir Taha. In 2014, one measles case was reported; down from the four reported the year prior. The Region was also made aware last year of a Peel resident who contracted measles and visited healthcare facilities in Halton. *All flyers not necessarily delivered to all homes a PASSION for living Ancaster 1090 Wilson St. W. 905-304-3044 TM Thomas Sabo · Pandora · Fine Diamonds · Kameleon · Brighton HOME · GIFTS · FASHION ElEgant ElEgant inspiring inspiring bEautiful bEautiful you, you, at at Zuri Zuri fasHions. fasHions. TAX FREE EVENT Burlington 2435 Appleby Line 905-331-4477 Oakville 275 Hays Blvd. 905-257-0067 Join Us... February 20th, 21st & 23rd PANDORA EXCLUDED. 103 Reynolds stReet · Oakville, Ontario L6J 3K4 Corner of Lakeshore Rd E & Reynolds | t. 905.849.1316 www.zurifashions.ca · e-store: www.shopify.ca Follow us @Zurifashions · like our Facebook Page Shop Shop Online Online Gerry Weber, Simon Chang, Barbara Lebek, Spanner, Foxcroft, Linea Domani, Fred Sabatier, Mes Soeurs Et Moi, Eva Tralala, Samoon, Luna Luz, 2 Beading Hearts www.apassionforliving.com