Suspected Mumps Case at Anchorage Middle School Prompts Activity Cancellations

Romig Middle School in Anchorage, Alaska, has canceled all field trips and after-school activities due to a suspected case of mumps within the school community. The Anchorage School District is awaiting test results for the virus and has urged families to ensure their children are vaccinated against mumps, emphasizing the importance of vaccination in preventing the spread of contagious diseases.