It's a respiratory illness that may start out like a cold. But pertussis, also known as whooping cough, can last for weeks or months.

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Federal data show cases of pertussis – commonly known as whooping cough – in the state of Washington jumped more than 2,200%.

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The CDC said that cases of whooping cause increased across the United States, which indicated a return to more typical ...

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Cases of whooping cough have exploded to over 32,000 in 2024. Here's what you need to know about this serious illness and how ...

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a contagious bacterial infection that affects the respiratory tract.

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Is there a new illness that’s causing lingering coughs? When should you see a doctor for a cough that’s hanging around? We ...

The seasonal increase in norovirus cases is tied to colder months, when people gather indoors more frequently, especially for the holidays. Experts believe the pandemic-era reduction in outbreaks and ...