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To examine the resurgence of mumps outbreaks and highlight the importance of public health measures.

July 12, 2026Open Access

Clinical progress note: Mumps

SLSarah LudvigsenUniversity of Cincinnati MSMati SegevUniversity of Cincinnati

Key Points

To examine the resurgence of mumps outbreaks and highlight the importance of public health measures.
Review of mumps incidence rates before and after MMR vaccination implementation in 1967.
Analysis of challenges in diagnosing mumps complications leading to hospitalization.
Discussion of the need for further studies on MMR vaccine efficacy in adults.
Significant decrease in mumps cases noted after MMR vaccination introduction.
Recent outbreaks in the U.S. over the past two decades raise public health concerns.
Early diagnosis and proper infection control measures are essential for managing mumps outbreaks.

Abstract

Abstract Mumps was a common childhood viral illness before the implementation of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination in 1967. There was a significant decrease in mumps cases in the postvaccine era; however, there has been an increase in outbreaks in the United States over the past two decades. Complications of mumps can lead to hospitalization and require a high index of suspicion to diagnose. Early recognition and adequate infection control measures are imperative in outbreak management. Additional studies to inform public health guidelines are needed, including data on the efficacy of a third MMR vaccine in adults.

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