Whooping Cough Outbreaks Surge Across US Schools
TL;DR
Worcester, Massachusetts, is experiencing a significant rise in cases of whooping cough and walking pneumonia, prompting health officials to emphasize the importance of vaccinations. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reports a fivefold increase in whooping cough cases, primarily affecting teenagers and young adults. Walking pneumonia cases, though not officially reported, are also rising, particularly among children. Health experts attribute the increase in whooping cough to potential disruptions in vaccination routines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Vaccines remain the best defense against these respiratory illnesses.
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