A baby whose mother had not been vaccinated against whooping cough has died after contracting the infection, health officials have confirmed. Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly ...

When a baby succumbs to a preventable disease, it is more than just a statistic; it is a heartbreaking reminder of how fragile early life can be and how crucial maternal healthcare decisions are.

A baby has become the first person to die after contracting whooping cough in England this year amid rapidly plummeting vaccination rates. The child, whose mother was not vaccinated against the ...

Whooping cough is on the rise nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In mid-October, the CDC reported more than 18,500 cases nationwide of pertussis, commonly called ...

It’s highly infectious and definitely not a welcome holiday guest. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is on the rise with outbreaks across the country, leaving some parents of infants wondering ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, the Oregon Health Authority said Wednesday, prompting state officials to urge people to make sure they and their ...

Newborn congestion is common and usually not a cause for worry. Home remedies like saline drops and a humidifier can help ease your baby's stuffy nose. Always seek professional advice if your baby's ...

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