Savannah School District Reports Mumps Case, Health Department Begins Contact Tracing

The Savannah R-III School District in Andrew County, Missouri, confirmed a case of the mumps at John Glenn Elementary. The district notified families and the Andrew County Health Department, which is conducting contact tracing. Families who may have had close contact with the infected person will receive guidance from the health department. Symptoms of mumps include fever, headache, and swelling of the salivary glands. The district advised families to monitor their children for symptoms and contact their health provider if needed.