(CNN) There have been 736 cases of mumps reported in the United States this year as of April 26, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Previously, the CDC reported 426 cases of mumps as of the end of March. The cases have been reported in 41 states and the District of Columbia. Mumps is a vaccine-preventable disease that is caused by a virus. It is spread through saliva or mucus by coughing, sneezing or talking and by sharing eating utensils or cups, according to the CDC.

Source: CNN May 10, 2019 03:22 UTC