Recent reports indicate a notable increase in whooping cough cases across the United States, with current figures exceeding those from the same period last year and even reaching heights not seen since 2014, according to CNN. Known medically as pertussis, whooping cough is a contagious respiratory illness characterized by intense coughing spells that can be quite severe. This rise in cases raises significant public health concerns. It’s crucial for everyone to recognize the symptoms of whooping cough and to take proactive measures to curb its transmission. Let’s remain alert and work together to protect ourselves and our communities from this vaccine-preventable disease.
