Reporting Pertussis (Bordatella pertussis)
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What to report
How to report
Who is required to report
Submitting clinical materials
More about pertussis
Pertussis (Bordatella pertussis) must be reported to MDH within one working day.
- Pertussis Reporting Form
The Pertussis Reporting Form can be used to report this disease.
- Phone
Any reportable infectious disease may be reported by phone to 651-201-5414 or 877-676-5414.
For Pertussis, submission of clinical materials (isolate, if available) to MDH is required by rule.
- Clinical Materials
Clinical materials must be submitted according to these guidelines.
- Pertussis (Bordatella pertussis - whooping cough)
MDH comprehensive pertussis resource page.

