Toronto Public Health has issued a warning about possible measles exposure at Pearson International Airport and on two specific flights that arrived on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Individuals who were at certain locations during the specified times may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus.
Flight and Airport Details
The potential exposures occurred on two flights: one arriving from an international destination and another domestic flight. The health authority did not disclose the airline or flight numbers but urged anyone who was at Terminal 1 or Terminal 3 at Pearson Airport between specific hours on Tuesday to monitor for symptoms. Measles can spread through coughing, sneezing, or even being in the same room as an infected person.
Symptoms and Incubation Period
Symptoms typically appear 7 to 21 days after exposure and include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a red rash that starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. Toronto Public Health advises anyone who develops symptoms to call ahead before visiting a healthcare provider to avoid further spread.
Vaccination and Prevention
Public health officials emphasize that the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is highly effective in preventing measles. They recommend checking vaccination records and ensuring all family members are up to date with their immunizations. This warning follows a recent uptick in measles cases globally, linked to declining vaccination rates.
