A red blotchy measles rash, which develops on the face and spreads down the body about three to seven days after symptoms begin. (Health Canada website)

By CKOM News Staff

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SHA reports measles exposure risk in Saskatoon, Rosthern hospitals

Jul 30, 2025 | 10:45 AM

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning the public about a potential measles exposure risk at two hospitals due to confirmed measles cases.

In Saskatoon, a measles exposure risk was reported at the Royal University Hospital’s emergency department on July 27, from 12:50 a.m. to 5:10 a.m.

In Rosthern, a measles exposure risk was reported at the Rosthern Hospital’s emergency department on July 26, from 8:50 p.m. to Sunday, July 27, at 1:30 a.m.

The SHA asks anyone who was at either location during the specific times to monitor for measles symptoms for up to 21 days after the exposure.

Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, fatigue, irritability, a red, blotchy rash and small white spots inside the mouth and throat.

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Anyone who was exposed was advised to call the 811 health line if they are unvaccinated, unsure of their vaccination status or if they develop symptoms.

“Anyone potentially exposed may be eligible for preventative treatment for up to six days after exposure if they are unvaccinated, pregnant, under one year of age, or immune suppressed,” the health authority said in a statement.

“Do not attend a clinic in person if you are symptomatic.”

According to data from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, 64 cases of measles were reported in the province between March 14 and July 23, and 43 of those cases were in children 17 and under.

The ministry said 56 of the 64 patients were not vaccinated against measles.

So far in 2025, measles cases have resulted in seven patients being hospitalized and one ICU admission, but no deaths.