Possible Hepatitis A exposure at McDonald’s, 2002 Aurora Blvd, Regina, SK S4V 3T7
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is issuing a public notification regarding a potential risk of exposure to Hepatitis A due to a food service employee at McDonald’s, situated at 2002 Aurora Blvd, Regina, Saskatchewan.
The SHA is conducting a thorough investigation and follow-up regarding a case of Hepatitis A involving a food handler who participated in all meal preparation at the aforementioned McDonald's location.
The period of potential exposure for customers of this restaurant is May 25, 2025, to June 5, 2025, inclusive. This restaurant is located along a major trans-Canada travel route and is frequently used by travelers.
Anyone who may have eaten at this restaurant (whether dining in, taking out, or having food delivered) during the dates listed above is advised to do the following:
- Contact HealthLine 811 to be assessed and determine if they are eligible to receive protective vaccination against Hepatitis A from their local Public Health Services, and
- Monitor for symptoms of Hepatitis A for up to 50 days after your last exposure.
Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by a virus that is spread from person to person. Symptoms may include fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, light-coloured stool, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes).
The risk of transmission is very low; however, the possibility of transmission still exists.
To be eligible for Hepatitis A vaccination no more than 14 days have passed since the most recent meal at this restaurant, and they have not had a Hepatitis A vaccine in the past. More information on the vaccine and Hepatitis A, can be found here.
