Oklahoma’s refusal to share county-level measles data during outbreaks has sparked concerns from health experts, including Dr. George Monks, who argues the data is crucial for public safety. The state's stance contrasts with how it handles other diseases like West Nile.

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In the last weeks of the Oklahoma primary elections, outside groups have spent close to $10 million to support or oppose candidates running for office. Some of that spending has far outpaced campaign spending by the candidates themselves.

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About 40% of Oklahoma’s prison population is unvaccinated.

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As Medicaid expansion kicks off, signing up Oklahomans now becomes the challenge.

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An Oklahoma Watch analysis of vaccine doses administered by ZIP code shows large parts of eastern Oklahoma and several places in the rural western parts of the state lagging in vaccination rates.

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