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University of Virginia confirms mumps case on campus

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. -- The University of Virginia has issued an alert to students following a confirmed case of mumps on the campus, CBS Charlottesville affiliate WCAV-TV reports.

Officials said Friday there were four other suspected cases of the virus, but they're awaiting final test results for confirmation.

Mumps can cause fever, headache, muscle aches and make the glands close to the jaw to swell and become tender.

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