Public Health Response to Imported Mumps Cases-Fort Campbell, Kentucky, 2018.

Abstract

Mumps is an acute viral disease caused by a paramyxovirus that presents with fever and swelling of one or more of the salivary glands. Although not generally considered a disease of military importance, mumps has been associated with outbreaks among young adults in close living quarters, potentially placing Soldiers at risk for transmission of mumps when living in congregated settings. This article reports a recent public health response to 3 imported mumps cases occurring at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, that resulted in a contact investigation for 109 close contacts across varied settings. No secondary mumps cases were identified. This report highlights the need for continuous preparation for public health emergency response, and the need to develop and maintain strong working relationships with local civilian public health assets, as well as with installation organizations, such as schools, child care centers, and public affairs resources.