Philadelphia Health Department: Person Believed Responsible For Temple Mumps Outbreak Was 'International Traveler'
Officials say they believe the person may have contracted mumps while traveling abroad.
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Officials say they believe the person may have contracted mumps while traveling abroad.
Dr. Farley also says the outbreak at Temple is not a threat to the general public.
In a single day, nearly 2,300 doses of the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine were provided to Temple University students, faculty and staff.
The MMR vaccine, for measles, mumps and rubella, will be available to all Temple students, faculty and staff on Wednesday and Friday in an effort to contain the outbreak.
Due to the growing number of mumps cases, Temple University will be holding two walk-in vaccination clinics this week.
There are now 99 confirmed and probable cases of mumps in the Temple community.
Students, faculty and staff will be able to receive the Mumps-Measles-Rubella (MMR) vaccine free of charge.
As the mumps outbreak continues to rise at Temple University, some students want the college to take preventative action.
The mentoring was set up through Temple student Donovan Forrest and the non-profit he started, DonCARES of Philadelphia, Inc.
Health officials now say there are 42 probable cases and 12 confirmed cases.
Temple University officials now say there are now 49 confirmed mumps cases in Philadelphia and surrounding counties.
The university is also taking steps to update its immunization policy in wake of the outbreak.
Mumps is highly infectious and symptoms are similar to the flu.
The university sent out a notice to students and staff about the highly infectious disease on Thursday.
Manny Diaz replaces Geoff Collins, who left Temple after two seasons to become coach at Georgia Tech last week.
The fittings are designed to help students with mobility-related disabilities more fully accomplish routine tasks and allow them to take part in social activities.
In his two years as coach, Collins led the Owls to two consecutive bowl games and an eight-win season in 2018.
The Anti-Defamation League and the National Council of Young Israel condemned Hill's remarks.
In an effort to raise young voter turnout, "Puppies at the Polls" took over Temple's campus Monday.
Most notably, Temple will acquire the bullet-dented gold and diamond crown medallion Shakur was wearing during a 1994 shooting in New York City.
The school is calling the event "Pack It Up TU" and students worked together to pack over 3,000 backpacks to break the world record for most backpacks stuffed with school supplies in an hour.
Three men in their early 20s are in stable condition after being shot outside of a house party near Temple University.
Speaks, who has an offer to play football at Temple, says he faced a similar problem two years ago, but it was sorted out.
A former fraternity president at Temple University accused of sexual assaulting a woman at a party is now facing new charges.
Moshe Porat, Temple's Fox School of Business Dean, is being asked to step down after he allegedly falsified data for at least one ranking organization about the online MBA.
The Philadelphia area can expect a beautiful weekend for the Phillies and Eagles games with cool mornings and sunny days.
It was a day to remember at Mitchell & Ness in Philadelphia on Thursday for four Make-A-Wish kids who got the surprise of a lifetime.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
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As e-bikes gain popularity among kids, there are increasing calls for stronger legislation.
A stolen car left a hole in the side of a Philadelphia home at Oxford Avenue and Horrocks Street after a crash.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play the Los Angeles Dodgers, the defending World Series champions, in the NLDS.
The Philadelphia area can expect a beautiful weekend for the Phillies and Eagles games with cool mornings and sunny days.
It was a day to remember at Mitchell & Ness in Philadelphia on Thursday for four Make-A-Wish kids who got the surprise of a lifetime.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Regulators say warning lights are important and cannot be ignored as SEPTA and federal investigators work to pinpoint the cause of the railcar fires.
Unrivaled women's basketball teams will play two games at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia in January.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Joseph Grossman is accused of victimizing at least two underage employees to perform a sex act in exchange for drugs and money.
The National Audubon Society is bringing back its annual birding weekend Oct. 10-12 with several events in and around the city.
As e-bikes gain popularity among kids, there are increasing calls for stronger legislation.
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
The USF program ensures participants pay no more than 6% of their annual income for gas and electric service.
Jersey Shore communities are preparing for the impacts of two tropical systems swirling in the Atlantic, Humberto and Imelda.
The Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey feels like home for this teen and her mother.
Buildings on two university campuses in Delaware were evacuated Tuesday.
After a wet Saturday, conditions dry out on Sunday as high pressure builds in, with clouds breaking up and highs climbing into the upper 70s and mid-80s.
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
Halloween fans, we've compiled a list of haunted houses and attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area just for you.
The Delaware Ronald McDonald House is providing comfort for this family while their baby deals with a serious illness.
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.
The Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey feels like home for this teen and her mother.
The Big Ten conference is getting college students involved in the fight to ease the nation's critical blood shortage.
The Camden County health department reported its first positive case of West Nile virus for 2025, officials announced Tuesday.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
In the wake of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant abruptly closing, here are some options customers with unspent gift cards have.
Regulators say warning lights are important and cannot be ignored as SEPTA and federal investigators work to pinpoint the cause of the railcar fires.
The National Transportation Safety Board urges SEPTA to immediately to stop using some of its railcars because of fire risk.
In an exclusive interview, attorney George Bochetto now plans to file a lawsuit over SEPTA's recent fare increases.
An 81-year-old woman died in a wrong-way crash on Route 1 in Morrisville, Bucks County, on Tuesday, Pennsylvania State Police said.
A tanker truck overturned on Route 1 in Delaware County, causing thousands of gallons of heating oil to spill onto the roadway.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Unrivaled women's basketball teams will play two games at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia in January.
The Rivera family is proving that strength doesn't just come from fists — it comes from faith and family.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play the Los Angeles Dodgers, the defending World Series champions, in the NLDS.
At the Phillies' intrasquad scrimmage, 31,363 fans showed up to watch the team get ready for the National League Division Series.
USA Today is out with its list of 10 best theme park Halloween events, and Pennsylvania is well represented.
Hulu has released a docuseries on the death of Ellen Greenberg, the Philadelphia schoolteacher who was found dead inside her Manayunk apartment in 2011.
Latin superstar Bad Bunny's 2026 Super Bowl performance is more than just a show to Puerto Ricans in Philly.
The legendary singer-songwriter was set to tour in support of his book, "Cat on the Road to Findout," which will be released in the U.S. on Oct. 7.
The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Bad Bunny will lead the 2026 Super Bowl halftime festivities at Levi's Stadium on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The store rolled out the red carpet for the kids who are die-hard Eagles fans by giving them money to go on a shopping spree at Mitchell & Ness.
Neighbors are calling for new safety measures after a driver in a stolen car crashed into another car and then a house, leaving another driver injured and the home severely damaged, in the Frankford section of Philadelphia.
With Red October in full swing in the Philadelphia area, Phillies fans are snapping up team merch and snacks — and boosting small businesses.
Cars are roaming Philly streets without a driver. We told you about this over the summer. Waymo is testing its fleet of autonomous cars in the city. You may have seen the vehicles on the road. Despite carrying a full suite of sensors, there's an actual human behind the wheel. Waymo says once their cars get the way of the land, they can begin driving autonomously.
Taylor Swift is about to enter her showgirl era. Her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, drops at midnight. Rita's is celebrating this new era.