Public health officials have issued a measles exposure alert for the Easton Place Medical Clinic in Selkirk, Manitoba, following a potential risk to patients who visited the facility late last month. Individuals who were in the waiting room at the clinic, located at 15 Wersch Street, on March 28, 2026, between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. are being advised to monitor their health for symptoms of the virus.
The Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care department recommends that anyone present during that time frame watch for common signs of measles, such as a fever, cough, or rash. According to the province’s measles exposures page, individuals should monitor for symptoms until April 19, 2026, which marks 21 days after the potential exposure. Those who develop symptoms are encouraged to contact health authorities for guidance.
This alert comes as Manitoba deals with a significant increase in cases, with 407 total cases reported as of March 21, 2026. This figure includes 353 confirmed and 54 probable instances of the virus. According to federal health data, the province currently serves as a hotspot for the virus, accounting for nearly two-thirds of all confirmed measles cases in Canada this year. Across the province, 37 people have required hospitalization, including four individuals admitted to intensive care. Over half of those hospitalized were age 10 or younger.
Measles is a highly contagious disease, and health experts note that up to nine out of 10 unvaccinated people who are exposed to the virus will become infected. Most cases reported in the province involve individuals who are either unvaccinated or have not received the full two-dose series of the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine.
To help manage the situation, the province has expanded access to the vaccine. Children aged 6 to under 12 months in certain high-risk regions, including the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority, are now eligible for an additional dose. Families in the area can access the vaccine through their regular healthcare providers or public health offices. Further information regarding vaccination and clinic visits can be found through Doctors Manitoba and the Manitoba government’s public health portal.
For those looking for information about services at the clinic, details are available at Easton Place Medical Clinic. Residents can also consult with local staff at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre for any concerns regarding potential symptoms.
