LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– The Barry-Eaton District Well being Division says whooping cough (Pertussis) circumstances are ‘skyrocketing’ with over 800 circumstances in Michigan this 12 months.
The division stories Michigan noticed lower than 600 whooping cough circumstances in 2017-2019. Barry and Eaton Counties noticed lower than 5 circumstances per 12 months from 2018-2023 however now have 19 circumstances in 2024.
Indicators and signs for whooping cough in line with the Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention:
Stuffy/ runny nostril
Low-grade fever, lower than 100.4 F
Uncontrollable coughing suits
Later signs embody:
Excessive-pitched ‘Whoop’ after inhaling
Vomit throughout or after cough suits
Feeling very drained after coughing suits
Issue sleeping at night time
Struggling to breathe
Fractured rib
The Barry-Eaton District Well being Division gives recommendation on tips on how to defend your self and your family members:
Get vaccinated
Wash your palms repeatedly
cowl coughs and sneezes
