THP Emergency Departments
and Community Care Options
We’re Here When You Need Us
Our Emergency Departments are always here to support you in urgent and emergency situations. If your condition is not an emergency, there are many care options available in the community that may better meet your needs - and help you avoid a long wait.
Community Health Care Options
Non-emergency options for care
Fever & Cough Resources for Parents
Managing fevers, coughs, and congestion in children and infants
Visiting the Emergency Department
Locations, hours, what to bring with you, and what to know
Masking Policy
Visiting THP and Connecting with Patients
Staying Healthy this Season
How to stay healthy and prevent spread
Safe and Respectful Space
Ensuring a safe space for patients and care teams
What is measles?
Measles is a highly contagious, airborne virus that is easily spread from person-to-person through coughing, sneezing, or close contact with an infected person. As Ontario continues to experience increased measles cases, it is important to take proactive steps to protect yourself and the community. Measles is vaccine preventable.
Measles symptoms
- Fever
- Cough
- Runny nose
- White or grey spots in the mouth
- Red, watery eyes
- Red, blotchy rash within 3 to 5 days of initial symptoms (typically starting on the face and then spreading to the rest of the body)
Actions to take if you think you have measles or have been exposed
If you or someone you know is showing measles symptoms:
Stay home
and avoid contact with others to prevent spreading the virus.
Call
your health care provider for an evaluation. Tell them you suspect measles before visiting in person so proper safety precautions can be taken.
Contact
your local public health unit to make a report and for guidance on next steps.
Early identification and isolation is key to preventing the spread of measles.
For the latest public health updates, vaccine information, and additional resources, please visit peelregion.ca or toronto.ca.