After the first recorded case of the measles in Oklahoma since 2015, the Oklahoma State Department of Health has issued a press release with symptoms and actions to take to avoid contracting the virus.
According to the release, symptoms of measles begin with a mild to moderate fever, runny nose, red eyes and a cough. A few days later, a rash appears starting on the face and spreading to the rest of the body, accompanied by a fever that can reach up to 105 degrees. The release said measles can lead to pneumonia and other complications, especially in young children and adults over 20.
Persons are protected if they are immunized with two doses of a measles-containing vaccine after their first birthday or if they were born during or before 1957, according to the release.
The Oklahoma State Department of Health advises anyone who visited the Norman locations exposed to the virus to contact the department.
Those who believe they have been at risk of exposure should review their immunization records and contact the Cleveland County Health Department.
