Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Epidemic in California

Information and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

You may have heard that pertussis (whooping cough) is now an epidemic in California – and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is urging vaccination. To learn more about whooping cough and get answers to frequently asked questions, please see the following websites. And as always, please feel free to contact your doctor's office with any questions. Thank you.

California Department of Public Health

• As Whooping Cough Illnesses Rise, CDHP Urges Vaccination
• Whooping Cough Epidemic May be Worst in 50 Years

County of Santa Clara Public Health Department

• What is Whooping Cough? (Frequently Asked Questions) - PDF Document
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Centers for Disease Prevention and Control

• Whooping Cough – What You Need to Know