Learn about mumps, common symptoms, how it spreads, and how to protect against this viral infection.
Mumps causes puffy cheeks and swollen jaw. Learn about other symptoms and rare complications.
Access data about mumps cases and outbreaks in the United States.
Learn about mumps vaccine basics, who should get it, when to get it, and why it's important.
For Professionals
Learn about mumps clinical features, transmission, prevention, testing.
Diagnosis & Testing
- Learn about clinical features and complications of mumps.
- Find information about the lab tests used to identify mumps and specimen collection best practices.
- Use this visual tool when communicating mumps testing procedures to providers.
Investigation & Control
- Read about ways to implement mumps outbreak control measures in your jurisdictions.
- Find guidance on controlling mumps outbreaks in detention and correctional facilities.
- Find routine MMR information, evidence of immunity, other considerations for mumps vaccine.