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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.
Clark County has 406 cases of whooping cough — the highest number in Washington
Clark County is experiencing an alarming spike in whooping cough and chickenpox cases among children — outbreaks that health officials say could’ve been prevented.
Washington state sees alarming rise in whooping cough cases this year
Washington state is experiencing a spike in whooping cough cases with nearly 1,200 reported cases so far this year, that's up from 51 cases reported last year.
Texas DSHS reports significant increase in whooping cough cases
Read more 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.
Health officials: Whooping cough cases increase at the University of Cincinnati
Whooping cough cases are on the rise at the University of Cincinnati as health officials try to keep up with students who may have recently been exposed to it.
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.
Loveland City Schools reports 9 whooping cough cases as illness spreads. What to know
Cases of whooping cough have emerged at Loveland Elementary, Oak Hills High, and UC. Data shows that the illness is returning ...
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Bay Area surge in whooping cough; some counties see largest numbers in decade
Bay Area doctors are warning about a surge in whooping cough cases, with some counties experiencing their highest numbers in ...
Doctors want parents to watch for walking pneumonia and whooping cough symptoms
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Whooping cough, chickenpox outbreaks hit Clark County schools
Clark County Public Health officials are warning residents about a rise in whooping cough cases and chickenpox outbreaks ...
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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 ..
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What to know: Protection from whooping cough
Protects others: Vaccination helps prevent the spread of whooping cough to infants and people with weakened immune systems who may be more susceptible to complications. Long-term protection: The Tdap ...
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Whooping cough cases spike in Grant County
Grant County reported 60 cases of whooping cough since the Summer of 2024 and predicts that the number will continue to ...
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Whooping Cough Cases Surge in Texas and Across the U.S. as Officials Urge Vaccinations with Schools Reopening
Texas sees a significant rise in whooping cough cases, with a similar trend nationwide, prompting health officials to urge ...