Two recent measles cases in Wisconsin have public health officials urging residents to make sure their vaccinations are current. Since Jan. 26, Wisconsin Department of Health Services officials have confirmed cases in Waukesha and Dane counties. In both instances, the infected individuals had recently returned from international travel.

The cases come after the state saw measles infections jump in 2025, due in part to an outbreak in Oconto County that affected 36 people.

Door County Public Health Nurses Stormy Gale and Holly Neri say symptoms such as high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, and a rash could lead to more serious complications.

Neri and Gale urge people to get up to date on their vaccinations, especially if they plan on traveling.

Door County’s measles vaccination rate is around 85%, slightly above the state average but still below the 95% goal needed to prevent outbreaks. Neri and Gale recommend talking with your doctor to see if you are up to date on your vaccinations.

According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the United States recorded its highest number of reported measles cases since the disease was declared eliminated in the country in 2000, with more than 90% occurring among unvaccinated individuals.