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- Pertussis (Whooping Cough) | Whooping Cough | CDC
CDC provides information on pertussis for the public, healthcare providers, and others
- About Whooping Cough | Whooping Cough | CDC
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a very contagious respiratory illness Whooping cough may begin like a common cold, but unlike a cold, the coughing can last for weeks or months
- Treatment of Pertussis | Whooping Cough | CDC
The risk of developing severe pertussis and life-threatening complications outweighs the potential risk of IHPS Monitor infants <1 month of age who receive a macrolide for the development of IHPS and for other serious adverse events
- Symptoms of Whooping Cough | Whooping Cough | CDC
Early symptoms of pertussis (whooping cough) can look like a common cold Whooping cough is known for the "whoop" noise when someone gasps for air after a coughing fit
- Clinical Overview of Pertussis | Whooping Cough | CDC
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an acute infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis Pertussis is a human disease and no animal or insect source, or vector is known to exist
- About Whooping Cough Outbreaks | Whooping Cough | CDC
Pertussis (whooping cough) is common in the United States, with frequent outbreaks Protecting people at highest risk of serious illness is the primary focus during outbreaks
- Whooping Cough Vaccination | Whooping Cough | CDC
Key points CDC recommends whooping cough (pertussis) vaccination for everyone Whooping cough vaccines are the best way to protect against whooping cough These vaccines work well, but protection fades over time Talk to a vaccine provider if you have questions about whooping cough vaccines
- Clinical Features of Pertussis | Pertussis (Whooping Cough) | CDC
There are three stages of clinical pertussis: catarrhal, paroxysmal, and convalescent Clinical presentation, complications, and risk of death can differ based on age and vaccination status
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