Medically reviewed by Kate Colby, MPH The virus that causes mumps spreads through close contact with an infected ...

Health officials in the United States are reporting a rise in mumps infections, a contagious viral disease that spreads through respiratory droplets and close contact. Common symptoms include swollen ...

The Maryland Department of Health reported 26 cases so far this year as of February 19, including 19 confirmed and seven probable infections. Most of these cases have occurred in adults.

Mumps is back. The viral respiratory infection has been detected in at least 34 people across 11 U.S. states, according to the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. And at least ...

Michigan has identified 11 confirmed or probable mumps infections thus far in 2025. The contagious viral infection, which affects the salivary glands and causes painful swelling of the jaw, is spread ...

Mumps causes aches and pains, especially in the swollen salivary glands beneath the jaws. Men can experience painful swelling in their testicles and women in their breasts. The disease does not cause ...