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Hepatitis A Outbreak linked to Burger King & Augustine United Church
1 day ago •source news.gov.mb.ca
Winnipeg, R3C 0X2 Manitoba, Canada
Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care has reported a hepatitis A outbreak linked to two locations in Winnipeg: Burger King at 333 Home St. and Augustine United Church at 444 River Ave. As of now, the outbreak has resulted in several individuals falling ill, prompting public health notifications across the region.The exposure period at Burger King spans from April 8 to April 23, while the potential exposure at Augustine United Church occurred on April 19. Health officials are urging individuals who visited these locations during the specified dates to monitor for symptoms of hepatitis A, which can include fever, nausea, and jaundice. The virus, which affects the liver, can be spread through contaminated food and water or close contact with an infected person.
The outbreak was identified following reports of illness from individuals who had frequented the affected locations. Public health authorities are actively working to contain the outbreak by expanding vaccine eligibility and providing immunizations to those who may have been exposed. The situation is being closely monitored, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Source: news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html
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