District Medical Officer Urges Vigilance Amid Mumps Outbreak in Thrissur

The District Medical Officer urged public vigilance after mumps cases were reported across various parts of Thrissur district in Kerala.

The viral infection primarily affects children aged five to 15, causing facial swelling, fever, and fatigue, and spreads through airborne droplets.

Health officials advised infected individuals to isolate at home and recommended the MMR vaccine for children aged 16 to 24 months.