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Whooping cough, pertussis cases spike in New York, nation. What to know, how to stay safe

Whopping cough, or pertussis, cases this year have blown past pre-pandemic norms. New York is being hit especially hard. See why, how to stay safe.
WFAE 90.7

Whooping cough surges in North Carolina; fading vaccine immunity likely plays a role

Even vaccinated children can catch and spread whooping cough. Here’s why experts say booster shots and awareness are key.

Whooping cough cases near 70-year high in NC. What’s behind the spike?

Data show the whooping cough vaccine coverage among kindergarteners in North Carolina has dropped in recent years.
Asheville Citizen-Times

North Carolina whooping cough cases on the rise. Here's what you should know

More cases of whooping cough have been reported in North Carolina in 2025 than in the past 70 years. Buncombe County Public Health issued a news release in late August urging parents and guardians to ...
The Greenwood Commonwealth

State reports first whooping cough death in 13 years

A Mississippi infant recently died from pertussis, or whooping cough, the State Department of Health announced Monday.  It is ...
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Caution: This disease is fatal for children, to prevent it, it is important to get vaccinated during pregnancy itself..

Young children need good care and attention. If proper care is not provided at this age, they are at increased risk for many ...