McHenry County reports significant increase in 'whooping cough' cases
The McHenry County Department of Health is urging residents to take extra precautions to reduce the spread of the highly contagious respiratory illness.
Oregon whooping cough cases on track to beat state record
Oregon health officials are alarmed over the state's rising pertussis case count, which is expected to beat the state's record, Oregon Health Authority announced Thursday.
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.
Mass. tracking increases in whooping cough, pneumonia. Here‘s who’s being impacted
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a “highly contagious acute respiratory illness” that starts with mild symptoms, Goldstein said. Infected individuals later develop a severe cough that can be followed by vomiting, he said.
How to stay healthy with whooping cough on the rise
A whooping cough outbreak is currently making its way across the Inland Northwest, leaving many families worried about keeping the infection out of their homes.
Massachusetts tracking increases in whooping cough, pneumonia
State health officials are monitoring increasing cases of whooping cough and pneumonia. Goldberg's birthday episode also included the return of the Wind Machine of Chaos and her face on a giant wheel of cheese.
Health officials tracking increase in whooping cough, walking pneumonia in Mass.
Massachusetts health officials are monitoring increasing cases of whooping cough and pneumonia. Children and adolescents are primarily affected by those bacterial respiratory illnesses, Public Health Commissioner Robbie Goldstein said Wednesday as he urged clinicians and families to be on the look-out for potential symptoms.
State tracking increase in whooping cough, pneumonia
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Health officials: Whooping cough cases increase at the University of Cincinnati
Whooping cough cases increase at the University of Cincinnati
Oregon whooping cough cases trend toward record as vaccinations dip
Nearly half of this year's cases were among people who had never received a dose of whooping cough vaccines, Oregon officials ...
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Cases of whooping cough remain elevated in Wisconsin. Here's how prevent spread of the illness
Whooping cough is caused by a bacteria, Bordetella pertussis, which can spread from person to person through the air via ...
Dane County whooping cough cases highest in more than a decade
Symptoms of whooping cough typically start five to 10 days after exposure but can take up to 21 days to develop. After a slight fever and cough, the cough gets worse and symptoms ...
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Amarillo Public Health Department provides tips to prevent Whooping Cough
The City of Amarillo Public Health Department is providing tips to the Amarillo community to help prevent pertussis or ...
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Pertussis exposure possible on Yukon to Vancouver flight
“As it gets worse, the cough can become severe and last for weeks or even months. The coughing can make it hard to breathe.
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Whooping cough cases surge in Texas, across country in 2024, DSHS says
Pertussis, a highly contagious bacterial illness, typically begins with cold-like symptoms but can progress into intense ...
Oregon whooping cough cases trend toward record, prompting calls for vaccinations
The number of pertussis, or whooping cough, cases in Oregon are on track to hit an all-time high by the end of the year, state officials said Thursday. The spike comes as vaccinations have dipped, ...