Early symptoms mimic a common cold, making rapid identification and prevention crucial for community health.

Northern Nevada Public Health officials are warning Washoe County residents about increased cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough. Two schools have sent notification letters after confirmed ...

The illness is caused by bacteria that is particularly dangerous for small infants.

Northern Nevada Public Health emphasizes contagiousness, proper precautions whooping cough.

Whooping cough, a bacterial infection that can be especially dangerous for babies and young children, is on the rise. Already in 2025 the U.S. has recorded 8,485 cases. That’s compared with 4,266 ...

At least two cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, have been identified in two Kona schools over the past week.

The Cascade City-County Health Department said in a news release that there are "multiple other suspected" pertussis ...

If a person is severely ill with whooping cough, the CDC advises that they may need to be admitted to the hospital so that medical providers can monitor their breathing and give them oxygen and fluids ...

A case of pertussis, otherwise known as whooping cough, was reported at McCallum High School Friday, according to Austin ...

This debilitating disease is particularly dangerous for babies, but can affect people at any age. Vaccination remains a key ...

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