Cases of mumps among secondary students spikes
There has been a spike in the number of cases of mumps among school students in Sligo and South Donegal. Since the start of this year, 175 cases of the infection have been reported in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal. The HSE says anyone who develops mumps should stay at home…
Over 90 cases of Mumps in the north west since the start of the year
There have been 92 cases of Mumps in the North West since the start of the year. These have been mainly in the South Donegal and Sligo town areas however the number of cases have decreased somewhat in the past week. The HSE says anyone who develops mumps should stay…
Case of mumps confirmed at Sligo secondary school
A case of mumps has been confirmed at a secondary school in Sligo. Parents of students at the Ursuline College in Sligo town were informed of a confirmed case of mumps this afternoon. Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection that usually affects children. Swelling of glands located on either…