Discover why whooping cough is surging among adults. Learn the 7 shocking reasons behind this dangerous comeback and how to ...

It was 1959 and Duguay, of Clearwater, Florida, had polio. It mostly preyed on children and was one of the most feared ...

Whooping cough outbreak in China, US, UK and other countries has raised alarm bells. From warning signs to preventive measures, all you want to know.

Adults can catch whooping cough, though symptoms tend to be milder than in children. The Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis vaccine, known as Tdap, is designed to be given to adults, teens and ...

Adults should get a Tdap vaccine every 10 years to stay protected against whooping cough, diphtheria, and tetanus. If you’re an adult who hasn’t yet had a Tdap vaccine, the CDC advises getting ...

Experts share the common signs of whooping cough in adults, plus why cases have been on the rise, and what diagnosis, treatment, and prevention look like. Skip to main content.

Whooping cough is on the rise in US, and Oklahoma is no exception. Also referred to as pertussis, it's affected 71 Oklahomans in 2025 so far.

Whooping cough cases are rising, and doctors are bracing for yet another tough year. There have been 8,485 cases reported in 2025, ... The CDC recommends adults get follow-up doses every 10 years.

Whooping cough, while unpleasant for adults, can be devastating for a child under a year old. Babies have a less developed immune system and, for reasons scientists do not fully understand, ...

Whooping cough is an infection that is more common in children, but adults can also contract it. The symptoms are usually less severe in adults than in children. This article discusses the ...

As cases of whooping cough rise, CNN wellness expert Dr. Leana Wen explains what causes the respiratory illness, how it spreads and what to do to protect yourself.

If it goes untreated, it can cause pneumonia, infections, and even death. While the whooping cough vaccine is given during childhood, Placzek says adults should be getting a booster every ten years.