Toronto Public Health (TPH) has been investigating an outbreak of mumps in the city. A majority of cases are among young adults aged 18-35, and have included students at Toronto universities and colleges. Outbreaks of mumps on postsecondary campuses have also been seen in other parts of Canada and the United States.

The following is from Toronto Public Health, and gives further details. Please share this information with your students/staff as necessary.

Dear Student/Staff,

Toronto Public Health (TPH) is currently investigating a mumps outbreak in the city, predominantly in people aged 18-35. Mumps causes fever, swelling of one or more salivary glands, loss of appetite, lethargy, and headache. Complications can include swelling of the testicles or miscarriage.

Outbreaks of mumps can occur amongst college and university students. In order to protect yourself and your friends from mumps:

1) Check your vaccination record

Two doses of mumps vaccine (MMR or MMRV) are recommended for all adults born after 1970. Many adults born between 1970 and 1992 may have received only one dose as a child.

2) If necessary, get a booster shot

If you are unsure of your vaccination history or you have not received 2 doses of MMR or MMRV vaccine, see your health care provider as soon as possible for a booster shot.

3) Don't share drinks, utensils, food or water bottles

The mumps virus is found in saliva, and is spread through coughing, sneezing, kissing, and sharing drinks, utensils, food or water bottles.

For further information visit www.toronto.ca/health. If you have any questions, please contact TPH's, Health Connection at (416) 338-7600 during business hours (8:30am to 4:30pm). If you have experienced symptoms of mumps, please see your health care provider.

Sincerely,

Dr. Lisa Berger
Associate Medical Officer of Health
Toronto Public Health

Take a look at our new Spring workshop offerings and register soon!

Workshops fill quickly, so click here to review the calendar.

To register, please go to hrs.humber.ca/register.

Thank you!

Mark your calendars!

Humber Earth Week 2017 is March 27 - 31 and we're excited about all the upcoming events and activities.

The complete schedule and event descriptions are available on our website.

This is a week you won't want to miss, and there are plenty of ways to get involved. This year, we have an exciting line-up of events, activities, and participants! Drop by during the week for tasty treats, freebies, chances to win great prizes, and network with industry experts in energy, sustainability, and building technology. You won't want to miss it! 

How will you take part this year?

The Humber Showcase 2017 Conference Committee will be accepting proposals online. We will be accepting proposals starting March 13 - April 14, 2017. Submit your workshop and marketplace proposal to humber.ca/showcase.

WORKSHOPS:

• A 30, 45 or 60 minute session for you to share ideas with your colleagues at Humber.
• Examples of workshops have included: new initiatives, research, an innovative teaching and learning practice, your area of expertise, emerging trends etc.
• Your workshop should be interactive whenever possible.

MARKETPLACE:
Marketplace Exchange can best be described as a fair, where different schools and departments come to showcase what they do and how they support the Humber community both internally and externally. Marketplace exhibitors can highlight recent, current or future Humber projects, initiatives or research. The Marketplace Exchange takes place in the Humber Student Centre (11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.). Marketplace is a great opportunity to bring the Humber community together for conversation, sharing and networking.

humber.ca/showcase