- Oklahoma Statute and Vaccinations
- MMR and Hepatitis B Information
- Immunizations FAQ



Oklahoma Statute and Vaccinations     ^ Top

Oklahoma Statutes, Title 70 sec. 3244 requires that all students who enroll as a full-time or part-time student in an Oklahoma public or private postsecondary institution provide documentation of vaccinations against Hepatitis B and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR).

See the attached Certification of Compliance for details regarding this Oklahoma law. If you have trouble opening the link, right-click and open in a new window.

If you have other questions, call the Immunization Office at (405) 325-6039 or e-mail the office at immunization@ou.edu. We will respond to your request quickly.

MMR and Hepatitis B Information     ^ Top

Go to these websites for important Vaccination Information Statements (VIS) regarding Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunizations and Hepatitis B (HepB) immunizations.

http://www.immunize.org/vis/index.htm#mmr

http://www.immunize.org/vis/index.htm#hepatitisb

http://www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/VIS/default.htm

This information is especially important for new students for Fall semester 2006 at the University of Oklahoma under Oklahoma Statutes, Title 70 sec. 3244.

IMMUNIZATIONS: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS     ^ Top

1. Are there risks associated with MMR injections?
2. Who should not receive the vaccine?
3. I know I have received two MMR injections, but I don’t have any documentation. What do I do?
4. Where can I get documentation of my immunizations?
5. I have had all (or some) of these diseases. Do I still have to get the injections?
6. My documentation is not in English. What do I do?
7. Where can I get more information on MMR and other vaccinations.
8. Which states do not have immunization requirements similar to those of Oklahoma?



IMMUNIZATIONS FAQs

1. Are there risks associated with MMR injections?     ^ Top

As with any vaccine, MMR is capable of causing serious problems. The risk of MMR vaccine causing serious harm is very small. You may discuss potential risks with the immunization nurse prior to receiving the vaccine. Usually the risk of the vaccine is much less than getting the disease.

2. Who should not receive the vaccine?     ^ Top

There are several conditions that would preclude a person from receiving the vaccine. The immunization nurse can provide you with that information.

3. I know I have received two MMR injections, but I don’t have any documentation. What do I do?     ^ Top

Make an appointment to receive the vaccine. There is minimal danger in receiving an additional two doses of the MMR vaccine.

4. Where can I get documentation of my immunizations?     ^ Top

Usually, your family physician can provide documentation. Or, the high school you attended will have a record of your vaccinations.

5. I have had all (or some) of these diseases. Do I still have to get the injections?     ^ Top

Without proper documentation, yes. You may opt for a lab test to determine your immunity. However, these tests are much more expensive than the vaccine.

6. My documentation is not in English. What do I do?     ^ Top

You should have a medical provider who can translate your information or sign your form, verifying you have met the requirements.

7. Where can I get more information on MMR and other vaccinations?     ^ Top

You can talk with the immunization nurse or access the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/nip.

8. Which states do not have immunization requirements similar to those of Oklahoma?     ^ Top

Alabama, Kansas, Maine, Montana, South Dakota, West Virginia



Immunization Site
The University of Oklahoma
P: 325-6039

Questions?
E-mail: Immunization@ou.edu