(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) The Conversation asked epidemiologist Annette Regan to explain why pertussis has ...

While vaccinations are often linked to babies and children, adults need them just as much, especially seniors whose immune ...

In the first 3 months of 2025, the US tallied 6600 cases, which is 4 times last year’s pace and 25 times that of 2023. KFF Health News — Rates of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, are surging ...

Thomasville, Georgia-- A new vaccine would safeguard adults against whooping cough. Previously, the whooping cough vaccine was reserved for children seven years old or younger. Infection control ...

Doctors are reporting increases in infectious diseases like measles, whooping cough, and rotavirus, especially in children.

In response to the ongoing whooping cough or pertussis outbreak, the Department of Public Health and Social Services continues offering free pertussis immunization clinics for children and adults, acr ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, the Oregon Health Authority said Wednesday, prompting state officials to urge people to make sure they and their ...

Healthcare professionals may recommend getting specific vaccines or immunizations to help prevent certain illnesses and protect your overall health. Vaccines help protect against diseases before they ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Annette Regan, University of California, Los Angeles (THE CONVERSATION) Whooping cough ...