Mumps Outbreak at California College Tied to Student Athletes
Mumps outbreak at San Diego State University linked to student athletes. Cases confirmed, containment efforts underway.
POLICY WIRE — San Diego, United States — A mumps outbreak has been reported at San Diego State University in Southern California, with several student athletes affected. The university has confirmed three cases of the virus and noted two additional probable cases, though no specific details about the students or sports involved have been disclosed.
Dr. Tanushree Ghosh, medical director for the university’s student health services, stated that the infected individuals are no longer contagious. She emphasized that the institution is collaborating with local health authorities to manage the situation. Mumps, a viral infection affecting the salivary glands, can lead to serious complications such as brain inflammation, testicular swelling, and ovarian inflammation, which may result in sterility.
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The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine provides protection against the disease, but immunity can wane over time, especially in those with weakened immune systems. The university is offering screening and booster shots to those who may have had close contact with the affected students. Mumps spreads easily through respiratory droplets and direct contact, with symptoms typically appearing between two weeks and a month after exposure. While most people recover within 10 days, the disease remains a public health concern, with recent increases in cases across the U.S., particularly in Maryland, California, and New York City.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
