Follow CBSPHILLY Facebook | Twitter
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Officials say there are now 23 confirmed mumps cases in Philadelphia and surrounding counties linked to the Temple University outbreak. The mumps outbreak spread to Montgomery County after Temple issued a warning when students tested positive for the highly contagious disease.
READ MORE: Officials: Juveniles Trapped When Sand Collapsed At Toms River BeachMumps Outbreak Spreads To Montgomery County, Officials Warn
READ MORE: Lt. Gov. John Fetterman Undergoes Surgery For Pacemaker Implant After Suffering StrokeSymptoms often appear 16 to 18 days after exposure.
To take precautions against the mumps, cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing, wash your hands frequently and efficiently, avoid sharing food and drinks, and stay home from school or work.
MORE NEWS: Broadway Series 'Hairspray' Playing At Philadelphia's Kimmel Cultural Campus Through SundayOfficials continue to monitor the situation.