Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a bacterial respiratory infection. Initial symptoms resemble a cold but progress to intense coughing fits that can last for weeks. If infected, young babies are at ...

A new nasal spray vaccine for whooping cough could be pivotal in halting the spread of the highly contagious and often deadly disease, scientists have announced. England has seen a significant surge, ...

Vaccines help to protect your child from serious illnesses like measles, whooping cough and meningitis – and they’re simply one of the many milestones that come with growing up. Here’s a handy guide ...

ICE FROM STICKING TO PAVEMENT BEFORE A STORM HITS. WHOOPING COUGH IS SPREADING ACROSS KENTUCKY. THREE INFANTS HAVE DIED FROM THE INFECTION OVER THE PAST 12 MONTHS. WLKY’S MEGAN MATTHEWS SAT DOWN WITH ...

Whooping cough is an infection of the lungs and breathing tubes that the NHS says "spreads very easily and can be serious". It can affect any age, but is typically more severe in infants. Pregnant ...