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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.
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.
WA reports nearly 1,200 whooping cough cases so far this year
This year could be a decade-high for whooping cough cases in Washington state, according to numbers by the state Department of Health.
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.
Whooping cough, walking pneumonia cases on the rise
Seasonal sickness is on the rise and may be severe for the youngest in your homes. The CDC reports cases of whooping cough and walking pneumonia have risen substantially in recent years.
With cases rising, what you need to know about whooping cough
Whooping cough is on the rise in the United States, with cases surging across the nation. It's important to remember that whooping cough, also known as pertussis, can impact adults as well as kids, according to Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) President Dr. Tina Tan.
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Health officials: Take steps to ward off whooping cough
Whooping cough is on the rise this year, health officials warn. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services cites an increase in cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, in urging individuals to get up to date with vaccinations.
Whooping Cough Cases on the Rise in Minnesota, Doctors Encourage Getting Vaccinated
Whooping cough is on the rise in Minnesota and as respiratory illness season ramps up doctors at Essentia Health say it is important to remember to stay up to date on vaccines and stay home when sick.
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.
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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 ...
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Bay Area surge in whooping cough; some counties see largest numbers in decade
Whooping cough, or pertussis, is on the rise. It's a bacterial infection known for severe coughing fits. Nationally, vaccination rates for pertussis have declined and exemption rates are at an all ...
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Whooping cough cases surge in Texas, across country in 2024, DSHS says
HOUSTON — The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported a significant increase in pertussis (whooping ...
Whooping cough cases in New Mexico nearly double in 2024
Whooping cough cases nearly doubled in New Mexico in 2024, and accounts for 60 of the total cases nationwide, as of Oct. 26.