Pertussis Surveillance and Trends | Whooping Cough | CDC
WEBAug 28, 2024 · Whooping Cough Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, can cause serious illness in people of all ages but is most dangerous for babies. View All
Postexposure Antimicrobial Prophylaxis | Pertussis (Whooping Cough…
WEBApr 2, 2024 · The primary objective of postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) is to prevent death and serious complications in people at high risk of severe pertussis infection. Public health professionals can help identify those who need PEP.
Whooping cough - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 11, 2022 · Diagnosing whooping cough in its early stages can be difficult because the signs and symptoms resemble those of other common respiratory illnesses, such as a cold, the flu or bronchitis. Sometimes, doctors can diagnose whooping cough simply by asking about symptoms and listening to the cough.
6 Pertussis Precautions You Can Take to Prevent Infection - The …
WEBJun 3, 2021 · Pertussis is a highly contagious infection caused by a bacterium called Bordetella pertussis. It’s more commonly known as whooping cough, a name that comes from the peculiar “whooping” sound patients make when they’re trying to get their breath back after a coughing fit.
Whooping cough wave is still accelerating nationwide. Here's …
WEBAug 14, 2024 · Whooping cough is caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis, which had plummeted to record lows during the COVID-19 pandemic, likely due to more people at the time wearing masks and staying...
Pertussis Precautions for Professionals | Children's Hospital of ...
WEBAny patient with an afebrile respiratory illness and prolonged cough greater than one week should wear a mask in the waiting room. Wearing a surgical mask within 3 feet of the patient provides protection from the spread of pertussis.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) | Whooping Cough | CDC
WEBPertussis remains one of the leading causes of vaccine-preventable deaths worldwide. Whooping Cough Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, can cause serious illness in people of all ages but is most dangerous for babies.
Whooping cough is spiking in the U.S.: How to protect yourself …
WEBMay 23, 2024 · How to recognize whooping cough in three stages. First stage: Runny nose and mild cough. This can last for one to two weeks. Second stage: Coughing worsens to include several forceful violent coughs, followed by a whooping sound as the child struggles to breathe.
Whooping Cough (Pertussis): Causes, Symptoms & Prevention
WEBWhooping cough (pertussis) is a very contagious respiratory infection that causes a distinctive “whooping” cough. The condition can cause bouts of repeated, violent coughing that may come and go and last for weeks or months. Pertussis can cause severe, life-threatening illness, especially in babies. The pertussis vaccine can help prevent it.
What you need to know about pertussis - Mayo Clinic Health …
WEBNov 21, 2014 · Pertussis can mask itself as a cold but can pose serious health risks – especially to unvaccinated babies. Pertussis is also commonly known as whooping cough. Children and adults alike can contract whopping cough.