Most people likely know pertussis by its more common name — whooping cough, which comes from the “whoop” sound made as the person tries to catch their breath in between violent coughing spells. The ...

Whooping cough often surges in the fall, and with a rising number of bacterial respiratory disease cases, doctors are reminding families of what can be done to protect those with the youngest lungs.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Mercy pediatric doctor recommends antibiotics and vaccinations if your kid is diagnosed with pertussis, also known as whooping cough. This comes following a confirmed case ...

Whooping cough cases are on the rise in Wyandotte County, Kansas, and local health officials are advising residents to keep ...

A whooping crane chick died from avian flu in Wisconsin, the first known death of the endangered species from the disease. The H5N1 virus has been circulating in North America since late 2021, killing ...

There are two infant deaths linked to whooping cough in Louisiana. The fatalities of two babies are why parents say it’s now more important than ever to use caution. State leaders describe it as the ...

The Wyandotte County Public Health Department is advising people to keep an eye out for symptoms and get vaccinated.