Minnesota reports highest level of whooping cough cases in more than a decade
Minnesota is reporting the highest number of whooping cough cases in more than a decade, the state Department of Health says. As of last Wednesday, 2,324 cases of whooping cough, also called pertussis,
Whooping cough cases surge nationwide, including California
The CDC reports a surge in whooping cough cases, with nearly six times as many cases now compared to this time last year. In California alone, there have been about 1,500 cases—a 215% increase from 2023.
2,000+ cases of whooping cough reported in Minnesota; most since 2012
The agency says it hasn't seen a rise in cases of this magnitude since 2012, but says it's not unexpected since the illness cycles every three to five years. During that year, 4,144 cases of whooping cough were reported.
IDPH warns of whooping cough increase as cases reach levels not seen in 20 years
Illinois health officials released a warning Monday as whooping cough cases in the state rose to their highest levels in two decades.
Whooping cough surge reported in the Tri-State
Deaconess is set to host a press conference on Wednesday to address a recent surge of pertussis (whooping cough) in the community. The Centers for Disease Control says whooping cough is a very contagious respiratory illness that may appear to begin like a common cold,
Minnesota Department of Health reports highest number of whooping cough cases in more than a decade
Dr. Krishnan Subrahmanian with Hennepin Healthcare's Richfield Clinic says the reason for the spike is a combination of many factors, from the spread after Thanksgiving holiday gatherings to vaccination lapses since COVID.
Minnesota reporting highest number of whooping cough cases in a decade
Minnesota has reported 2,324 cases of whooping cough this year, the highest number since 4,144 were reported in 2012.
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Health officials grow concerned about increase in whooping cough cases
Health officials have seen a spike in whooping cough cases over the last year, which has caused a growing amount of concern.
Deaconess officials see rise in whooping cough cases
Officials say over the past 12 months, there have been nine cases of pertussis, better known as whooping cough.
Lenawee County sees significant increase in whooping cough cases in 2024
As of Dec. 5, the Lenawee County Health Department has seen 23 confirmed cases in 2024, compared to one case in 2023.
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