NL, Canada: 2018 Mumps- cases in Newfoundland

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Source: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfou...alth-1.4488123


6 cases of mumps confirmed in eastern Newfoundland since December
Eastern Health authority says 13 other cases being tested for the virus
CBC News Posted: Jan 15, 2018 4:04 PM NT Last Updated: Jan 15, 2018 5:15 PM NT

The health authority in eastern Newfoundland says test results have confirmed six cases of mumps in the region since December, and another 13 cases of facial swelling are being tested for the virus.

In a news release Monday, Eastern Health said most of the cases involve adults, but have been reported in patients from ages 10 to 40...

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Source: http://vocm.com/news/province-experi...n-mumps-cases/


Province Experiencing Bump in Mumps Cases
March 7, 2018 | 5:44 am

The number of laboratory confirmed cases of mumps in the province is continuing to grow.

As of February 24th, there have been 34 in the Eastern Health region, while other cases are still being investigated.

That?s an increase from the six lab confirmed cases reported in early January...