Hepatitis A case in Lake Louise prompts public alert: AHS

Alberta Health Services has confirmed a case of hepatitis A at the Powderkeg Lounge in Lake Louise.

People to consumed food or hot beverages at the Powderkeg Lounge from November 6 to 8th may have been exposed to hepatitis A.

AHS will be offering the hepatitis A vaccine to those patrons.
People who drank only cold beverages are not at risk.

The clinics will be held at the Banff Public Health Office and at Brentwood Village mall Nov. 20th and 21st.

Brentwood Village Mall, Calgary Nov. 20Nov. 21 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Drop-in only
Drop-in only

Banff Public Health Office, Banff Nov. 20Nov. 21 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Drop-in only
Drop-in only

The vaccine is only effective if administered within 14 days of exposure so the vaccine is being offered on these days only. People who have had hepatitis A infection in the past or who have previously received two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are not at risk of infection, and do not need to attend these clinics.

Hepatitis A is an infection of the liver caused by a virus that is common in many parts of the developing world. If an infected individual does not properly wash their hands after using the washroom, the virus can be transmitted through food and beverage prepared by the infected individual.

Agencies/Canadajournal