Washington state sees 'sharp increase' in whooping cough cases, mirroring rise across US
Washington state officials warned of a "sharp increase" in whooping cough cases compared to this time last year, mirroring a nationwide trend.
Texas DSHS reports significant increase in whooping cough cases
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported a sharp rise in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in 2024, with the number of cases so far this year nearly tripling compared to the same period in 2023.
How to Spot Early Signs of Potentially Fatal Whooping Cough as Cases Rise
Early treatment can help whooping cough, which is on the rise across the U.S. Here are key signs and symptoms to look out for.
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Whooping cough vaccine vigilance is slipping in WA
Last week, the state reported that so far this year, 1,099 cases of whooping cough have been reported compared to just 45 at the same time last year.
Whooping cough is on the rise in Oklahoma. Here's what you need to know
Whooping cough cases have nearly quadrupled nationwide since last year, and Oklahoma is seeing those impacts. Here's what you need to know.
Health officials: Whooping cough cases increase at the University of Cincinnati
Whooping cough cases increase at the University of Cincinnati
Health officials issue warning about increase in whooping cough cases
The Iredell County Health Department is warning about the increase in whooping cough cases. Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection. It can cause serious coughing fits in infants and children.
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Whooping cough cases have more than doubled in Arizona this year. Here's why
Arizonans with respiratory problems this fall may want to add whooping cough to the list of possible causes. Cases in the ...
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How to Know If You Need a Whooping Cough Vaccine As Cases Rise
You may need another dose. Pertussis, or whooping cough, is caused by a species of bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. The bacteria attach to the inside surface of the lungs and release a ...
Whooping cough cases surge in Missouri as vaccination rates drop
Cancel anytime. This 2016 illustration, based on electron microscope imagery, depicts Bordetella pertussis bacteria, ...
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Whooping cough cases confirmed in Douglas County
Local public health officials announced Friday that there are currently three pediatric cases of Pertussis, including two ...
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Video: Understanding whooping cough
Cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, continue to rise in the U.S. New numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show nearly 18,000 cases through Oct. 5.
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Whooping cough is at a decade-high level in US
Whooping cough, also called pertussis, usually starts out like a cold, with a runny nose and other common symptoms, before turning into a prolonged cough. It is treated with antibiotics.