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Whooping cough and its symptoms can last for 3 to 6 months. During that time, your cough may disrupt your sleep, cause dizziness, and even lead to a broken rib. The cure for a cough is time.

Encourage your child to cover his mouth when sneezing and to use a tissue when they blow their nose. If they don't have a tissue, teach them to cough in their sleeve.

HAND WASHING is advised after the use of each tissue when coughing and sneezing. Teach your child the "Cover Your Cough" maneuver recommended by health professionals.

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Otherwise, when you sneeze or cough, cover your nose and mouth with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash, or cough or sneeze into your sleeve. — Wash your hands frequently.

Cover your mouth and nose with tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw away used tissues in a waste basket right away. Cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow if you don't have a tissue.