Epidemiology of mumps in Hubei,2004-2015

Objective To analyse the epidemiological characteristics of mumps in Hubei province during 2004-2015,and provide evidence for mumps control and prevention. Methods Descriptive epidemiological analysis was conducted on incidence data of mumps in Hubei during this period from national notifiable disease reported system. Results The annual average incidence of mumps was 24.64/100 000. The annual incidence peaks were during April-July and during November-January.The highest incidence of mumps was in age group 5-9 years. The male to female ratio of the cases was 1.71:1. The outbreaks occurred mainly in schools, especially primary schools, during March-June. Conclusion According to the epidemiological characteristic of mumps, it is necessary to further improve the immunization strategies of mumps and strengthen the mumps prevention and control in schools and child care settings.