Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by bacteria called Bordetella pertussis.

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Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a contagious respiratory illness that can easily infect children. Hawkinson added it can also have severe complications at significantly higher rates ...

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Whooping cough cases have hit a 10 year high nationwide. Pediatrician Dr. Tanya Altmann shares how to keep families healthy as reports of whooping cough, or pertussis, surge.