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    Strategies for the Control and Investigation of Mumps Outbreaks

    Information about mumps outbreak investigations, sample collections, testing practices, and guidance on a 3rd dose of MMR vaccine during mumps outbreaks.

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    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.

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    Detention Facility Job-Aid for Health Departments

    Job-aid to assist health departments when responding to a mumps outbreak in correctional or detention facilities.

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    • Surveillance Manual: Chapter on MumpsGuidance on surveillance activities for vaccine-preventable diseases.

    Page last reviewed: May 3, 2021
    Content source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD), Division of Viral Diseases
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