Whooping Cough Cases Surge in Virginia: Key Insights from VDH
Whooping Cough Cases on the Rise in Virginia
Health experts are raising concerns over the alarming rise in whooping cough cases in Virginia. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) reports a dramatic spike from 66 cases last year to nearly 400 cases in 2024. This represents a significant increase in infection rates, especially concerning given the serious effects of this highly contagious respiratory disease.
Understanding the Outbreaks
- The increase is largely driven by outbreaks in group settings.
- Healthcare professionals warn that anyone can contract whooping cough.
- Children under one year are especially vulnerable.
Meredith Robinson, VDH and Vaccine Preventable Disease Coordinator, emphasized the critical need for community awareness and vaccination efforts to combat this resurgence.
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