Mumps is an infection caused by a virus.
How is mumps spread?
The mumps virus is spread between people through saliva and respiratory droplets in the air formed when coughing or sneezing. Sharing eating utensils, water bottles and drinks or kissing increases the risk of spreading the virus.
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