Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Alert!!!!!!
Pertussis (Whopping cough) has been on the rise this year and is now in the area.
The best way to prevent pertussis is to be up to date on the Tdap vaccine. You can check the Wisconsin Immunization Registry to see if you are up to date at this website or QR code. https://www.dhfswir.org/PR/clientSearch.do?language=en
Symptoms: According to the CDC Pertussis
- Early symptoms can last 1-2 weeks
- Begin as cold symptoms (runny or stuffy nose)
- Low grade fever
- Occasional cough which develops into violent coughing fits
Children under 1 and adults who are immunocompromised or have asthma are at greatest risk for complications if infected
Treatment:
Whooping cough (Pertussis) can be treated with antibiotics. If you know that you have been exposed, please contact your primary care provider and wear a mask in public settings.
Precautions:
- Stay home if you are sick. Wear a mask in public.
- Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds frequently.
- Avoid touching your face, eyes, ears, nose and mouth.
- Always cover your cough.
