Measles cases surge nationwide, with Oklahoma officials urging vaccination checks amid 1,200+ reported cases.

Oklahoma health officials are monitoring a rise in measles cases across the U.S., partly due to low vaccination rates and increased travel. While 92% of Oklahoma kindergartners are up-to-date on their MMR vaccines, areas with lower vaccination coverage are still vulnerable. Health officials recommend checking vaccination records and contacting a physician if exposed to measles. Nationwide, over 1,200 cases have been reported this year, with most cases occurring in unvaccinated individuals.