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CDC National Immunization Program: Mumps view detail comment email this

Publications about mumps, an acute viral illness that includes "fever, headache, muscle aches, tiredness, and loss of appetite; followed by swelling of salivary glands." Includes details about immunization (the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine), the 2005-2006 mumps outbreaks, alerts for travelers, and resources for health care professionals. From the National Immunization Program, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
http://www.cdc.gov/nip/diseases/mumps/
Topics: Infectious Diseases

Last updated Apr 18, 2006


Infectious Disease: Mumps view detail comment email this

Fact sheet about mumps, "a viral infection that primarily affects the parotid glands -- one of three pairs of salivary glands, located below and in front of your ears." Discusses signs and symptoms, causes, complications, treatment, the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, and related topics. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER).
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mumps/DS00125
Topics: Infectious Diseases

Last updated Apr 18, 2006




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