Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

Whooping cough — known medically as pertussis — is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. Although it initially resembles an ordinary cold, whooping cough may eventually turn more serious, particularly in infants. Whooping cough is most contagious before the coughing starts. The best way to prevent it is through vaccinations. The childhood vaccine is called DTaP. The whooping cough booster vaccine for adolescents and adults is called Tdap. Both protect against whooping cough, tetanus, and diphtheria.

NEW LAW REQUIRES PERTUSSIS IMMUNIZATION FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN 2011

Letter to Healthcare Providers from Tulare County Health Officer

Letter to Healthcare Providers from CDPH

Pertussis Vaccine Recommendations by the California Department of Public Health

Pertussis Outbreaks- Questions and Answers from CDC

Pertussis Flyer from CDC / Spanish