For Health Departments
Guidance for Optimizing Mumps Testing
Information about the Mumps Outbreaks Consultation Service, samples to collect for genotyping, how to guide providers toward best mumps testing practices
When to Use a Third Dose of MMR Vaccine During Outbreaks
How to implement ACIP recommendation for a 3rd dose of MMR vaccine for people at increased risk during a mumps outbreak
Mumps Job-Aid Template for Providers
An algorithm to share with clinicians on how to collect the correct specimen depending on timing, symptoms, and patient vaccination status. You can modify this template with your health department’s information and outbreak guidance.
Detention Facility Job-Aid for Health Departments
Job-aid to assist health departments when responding to a mumps outbreak in correctional or detention facilities.
Related Page
- Surveillance Manual: Chapter on MumpsGuidance on surveillance activities for vaccine-preventable diseases.
Page last reviewed: March 30, 2021