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The resurgence of mumps in young adults and adolescents

John D Shanley1

  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington 06030, USA. Jshanley@NSO1.UCHC.edu

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
|March 22, 2007
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Mumps outbreaks, like the one in Iowa, show the need to recognize its signs and symptoms. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated mumps vaccination guidelines following this event.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Routine immunization has significantly decreased annual mumps cases.
  • Recent mumps outbreaks, including one in Iowa (2005-2006) affecting nearly 2600 people across 11 states, highlight ongoing transmission.
  • These outbreaks underscore the importance of recognizing both typical and atypical mumps presentations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the implications of recent mumps outbreaks.
  • To inform healthcare professionals about the need to suspect and identify mumps.
  • To present the updated recommendations from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for mumps vaccination.

Main Methods:

  • Review of mumps outbreak data, specifically the Iowa outbreak (December 2005-April 2006).
  • Analysis of the impact of the outbreak on public health surveillance.
  • Examination of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) response and updated vaccination guidelines.

Main Results:

  • The Iowa outbreak involved approximately 2600 individuals across multiple states.
  • The outbreak prompted a review and update of national mumps vaccination strategies.
  • Recognition of both common and uncommon signs and symptoms is crucial for timely diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Despite routine immunization, mumps outbreaks necessitate continued vigilance.
  • Updated vaccination recommendations are essential to control mumps transmission.
  • Healthcare providers must maintain a high index of suspicion for mumps, considering its varied clinical manifestations.

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