Health officials confirm case of hepatitis A at Milton golf club

Halton Region Public Health has confirmed a case of hepatitis A at a Milton golf club after a food handler at its restaurant tested positive.

The agency says the person worked at RattleSnake Point Golf Club Bistro at 5407 Regional Road 25 between April 20 and May 2.

The golf club is working closely with the public health agency to contact affected visitors.

Hepatitis A is an infectious disease caused by a virus that attacks the liver. According to the agency, symptoms usually happen within 28 to 30 days after the virus enters the body, but they can begin any time between 15 to 50 days after exposure.

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“While the risk of transmission is low, we are advising that anyone who may have been exposed monitor for signs and symptoms for 50 days from the date of their exposure,” said Dr. Hamidah Meghani, medical officer of health for Halton Region.

Meghani also said the infection can be a greater health risk for older adults and those with liver disease.

Anyone who recently ate or drank at the restaurant is asked to monitor their health for symptoms and contact their health-care provider if they experience any.

Some symptoms of hepatitis A include fever, nausea and vomiting, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) and dark urine.

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