U.S. whooping cough cases have quintupled, Eastern states hit hardest --CDC

Whooping cough cases have quintupled. These states have it worst Pertussis – a disease commonly referred to as whooping cough – is spreading quickly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns. The U.S. has seen five times more cases in 2024 than we di… amartichoux The Hill

NEXSTAR) – Pertussis — a disease commonly referred to as whooping cough — is spreading quickly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns. The U.S. has seen five times more cases in 2024 than we did at this time last year. ...

Health officials warn the case count will continue to rise if people aren’t careful. The disease is highly contagious and can spread quickly through schools, childcare centers and over large areas. It spreads easily person-to-person as people cough, and sickened people can be contagious for weeks.

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