Possible Hep A Exposure at Winnipeg Hub

Health officials in Manitoba are alerting the public to a potential hepatitis A exposure that occurred in Winnipeg. The period of concern runs from August 14 to September 23, impacting the Crossways in Common community hub located at 222 Furby Street. Hepatitis A is a viral illness affecting the liver. Symptoms can include abdominal pain, dark urine, jaundice, and nausea, with recovery times varying from one to two weeks for mild cases to several months for severe ones. The virus spreads via contaminated food or water and direct contact with an infected individual. Prevention focuses on hygiene, such as thorough handwashing after using the restroom or handling diapers, and before eating or preparing food. For those who may have been exposed at Crossways in Common during the specified dates, a free hepatitis A vaccination clinic is scheduled for October 1st, from noon to 3 p.m., at the 1JustCity site within the community hub.