Mumps
Mumps
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that occurs mainly in school-aged children. Immunisation with MMR vaccine prevents the disease. People with mumps should stay away from others for nine days after the onset of swelling.
Notification
Mumps is a notifiable disease in NSW and must be reported by phone as soon as possible after diagnosis.
Doctors, Hospitals and laboratories must notify the local Public Health Unit (PHU).
Select your local PHU to obtain the correct notification form and notify your local PHU.