As a doctor and a mother, I’ve been closely watching the recent uptick in whooping cough cases nationwide. According to the CDC, cases of whooping cough have tripled compared to this time last year. Having two young children, and as we prepare to head back to school in the U.S., I am concerned as whooping cough is a serious, contagious illness. For parents and the broader community, it’s vital to know what the disease is, how it impacts children, and how we can protect them.
Serious Health Threat
Whooping cough...