Mumps Outbreak Reported at San Diego State University

San Diego, CA, September 18, 2026 —

Officials have confirmed a mumps outbreak is occurring at San Diego State University (SDSU). The university has not yet provided specific details regarding the timeline of the outbreak, the number of individuals affected, or the precise dates when the cases were first identified.

Mumps is a contagious viral illness that typically causes fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, and loss of appetite, followed by swelling of the salivary glands. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that the virus spreads from person to person through direct contact with respiratory or salivary secretions, such as through coughing or sneezing, or by touching a contaminated surface and then touching one’s mouth, nose, or eyes.

The summary does not specify the current status of the outbreak or any containment measures being implemented by the university or local health authorities. Information regarding any public health advisories, vaccination recommendations, or steps being taken to prevent further spread has not been made available in the initial report. The contractor involved in managing the outbreak has not been identified.

Further details regarding the scope of the mumps outbreak at San Diego State University, including the number of confirmed cases and the specific period during which these cases have been reported, are pending. The summary also does not include information on the origin of the outbreak or whether any specific contributing factors have been identified by health officials. The outcomes of any inspections related to public health at the university have also not been disclosed.

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