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Sep 21, 2026

Mumps outbreak at San Diego State University linked to student athletes

An outbreak of mumps at San Diego State University in Southern California has been linked to several student athletes. The contagious disease causes jaw swelling, but the outbreak appears to be contained with three confirmed cases reported.

Sep 21, 20261 source

Sep 2, 2026

USS Abraham Lincoln returns to US after record 9 months at sea

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier arrived on U.S. soil for the first time in over nine months, following a record 286 days at sea. The ship made a port stop in Thailand before returning to San Diego.

Sep 2, 20262 sources