Public alert issued for potential measles exposures following confirmed case

A confirmed case of measles in Calgary has led to a public alert regarding potential exposure in the area. The infected individual was at the Calgary International Airport on July 17 and 19. Here are the specific locations and times of concern:

1. Calgary International Airport, Domestic Terminal and Gate C50:
  - July 17, approximately 6:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. (MDT)
2. Calgary International Airport, Domestic Terminal and Gate C52:
  - July 19, approximately 11:05 p.m. to July 20, 1:30 a.m. (MDT)

The patient traveled on Air Canada Flight AC226, which departed from Gate C50 at Vancouver International Airport on July 19 at 9:46 p.m. and arrived at Gate C52 in Calgary at 11:05 p.m.

If you were at any of these locations during the specified times, you may have been exposed to measles. It's important to monitor for symptoms, which typically appear 7 to 14 days after exposure and can include fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, and a rash that starts on the face and spreads to the body. If you develop symptoms or have concerns about potential exposure, contact Alberta Health Services or your healthcare provider for further information and guidance.

Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that can be prevented through vaccination. If you are not up to date on your immunizations, particularly the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, it is recommended to get vaccinated to protect yourself and others.