"Symptoms of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, resemble a cold, with a cough that usually worsens over weeks and can cause gasping, vomiting and difficulty breathing."
"Given elevated pertussis activity in the community, the Pasadena Public Health Department urges residents to ensure they are up to date on pertussis vaccines."
"The disease is highly contagious and spreads through coughing or close contact with someone who is sick. It takes five to 21 days after exposure for symptoms to appear."
"Pertussis cases have surged in California in recent years, with 2,442 cases reported statewide last year and 2,912 in 2024."
Pasadena is investigating a pertussis outbreak at Don Benito Fundamental School, which has infected four individuals. Pertussis, or whooping cough, presents symptoms similar to a cold, worsening over time. The Pasadena Public Health Department urges residents to stay updated on vaccinations, consult healthcare providers for persistent coughs, and remain home when sick. Pertussis is highly contagious, spreading through coughing or close contact. The Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis vaccine can prevent infections. Pertussis cases have surged in California, with 2,912 cases reported in 2024, up from 194 in 2021.
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