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Originally published by Nation Newstop
July 15, 2026
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Schools issue mumps alerts as infections spread through Nairobi
Several schools have issued alerts to parents over suspected mumps infections among pupils...
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Several Nairobi schools have issued alerts to parents regarding suspected mumps infections, advising them to monitor children for symptoms and keep them home if ill.
- Symptoms to watch for include swollen salivary glands, fever, headache, and fatigue.
- Mumps is highly infectious and spreads through saliva, coughing, sneezing, and sharing personal items.
- Public health officials emphasize vaccination as the most effective protection, though the Ministry of Health has not received official outbreak reports.
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