Article posted on February 20, 2026
Measles Exposure Advisory
All individuals living, working or attending school in, or travelling to, Parkland County are advised to be aware of the current risk for measles disease.
Measles is an extremely contagious disease and the virus spreads easily through the air.
Symptoms of measles include:
- Fever of 38.3° C or higher.
- Cough, runny nose and/or red eyes.
- A rash that appears three to seven days after fever starts, usually beginning behind the ears and on the face and spreading down to the body and then to the arms and legs. The rash appears red and blotchy on lighter skin colours. On darker skin colours, it can appear purple or darker than the skin around it, or it might be hard to see.
If symptoms of measles do develop, individuals are advised to stay home and call the measles hotline at 1-844-944-3434 before visiting any health care facility or provider, including a family physician clinic or pharmacy.
Find further details and resources :
Public alert for potential measles exposure | alberta.ca
Last Updated: Friday, February 20, 2026
