The FDA approved a vaccine for mumps nearly 60 years ago, so why are some areas of the United States experiencing outbreaks now, and who should be concerned?

As vaccination rates dip, case counts of this contagious viral illness are increasing. Learn about the top mumps symptoms and the best ways to stay safe.

Maryland is one of several states reporting cases of the infectious disease mumps, suggesting the return of diseases—like measles—that vaccines protect against ...

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.

The Texas Department of State Health services is currently investigating numerous mumps outbreaks throughout the state, collectively amounting to the highest incidence of the virus in the state in 22 ...

The mumps outbreak has officially entered Seattle’s city limits. According to The Seattle Times, officials confirmed one adult in the city has come down with the illness. As of right now, 19 cases are ...

On Monday, the Oklahoma State Department of Health confirmed 43 cases of the mumps in the state, marking an increase from 34 suspected cases reported Sept. 14. The mumps are best known for painful, ...

The Hawaii Department of Health has confirmed a case of mumps in an individual on Hawaii Island. The case is not travel-related, suggesting that mumps may currently be circulating on the island, ...

Outbreaks among the unvaccinated are a predictable consequence of falling immunization rates. But even vaccinated adults may be vulnerable to some illnesses. By Apoorva Mandavilli There were more than ...

For the first time in seven years, a Whatcom County resident has a confirmed case of mumps. The case presents no risk to the general public, according to a statement from Whatcom County. Health ...