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Public health warns of measles exposure at Fort St. John, B.C., prenatal clinic

Jul 8, 2025 | 10:59 AM

FORT ST. JOHN — People who attended a prenatal clinic in Fort St. John, B.C., have been told they may have been exposed to measles.

The Northern Health authority says in a statement on social media that the exposure happened on June 27, between 10:30 a.m. from 1:15 p.m.

The authority says people who may have been exposed need to monitor for symptoms, including fever and rash.

It advises that they seek medical attention if they experience severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, confusion, persistent high fever or dehydration.