Measles shows up in north

A case of measles has shown up in the north.  The Sudbury District Health Unit is investigating its first outbreak of the contagious disease in its area since 1997.  The health unit is now telling people to consult with their doctor if they think they’ve contracted measles.  Symptoms include small white spots in your mouth, sensitivity to light, red, blotchy rashes and high fever.

Rocco Frangione
Rocco Frangione
I've been a broadcast journalist for three-plus decades in Northern Ontario. I'm a graduate of Algonquin College's radio and television arts program and prior to that, an honours grad from Carleton University's philosophy program.

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