Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a disease caused by a bacteria that affects the lungs. Pertussis is spread through the air in droplets produced during coughing or sneezing. The best way to prevent pertussis is for all children to be fully vaccinated on time and for adolescents and adults to get a booster shot.
- Pertussis Basics
General information about pertussis, including symptoms, complications, vaccines, tests, and treatment, as well as pertussis situation in Minnesota.
- Pertussis
Information for Health Professionals
Information on pertussis for health professionals, including clinical features and epidemiology, how to report cases, vaccine information, and official recommendations.
- Pertussis Information for School Nurses
Information on pertussis for school nurses.
- Pertussis
Statistics
Annual rates of pertussis disease in Minnesota.
Spotlight
ECHO: Protect Your Family From Measles
PSA, short video, and posters about getting vaccinated before international travel.
Frequently Requested
VISs
CDC fact sheets on vaccines.
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CDC Immunization Home
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Additional Resources
CDC Vaccines and Preventable Diseases Home
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CDC Travelers' Health Home
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