Whooping cough

Whooping Cough Outbreak Hits China: Thousands Affected

China battles a surge in whooping cough cases with tens of thousands affected. Learn more about this contagious respiratory disease spreading rapidly in the country!

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is making a concerning comeback in China. The country reported a staggering 32,380 cases of pertussis in January and February, a significant increase from the mere 1,421 cases recorded during the same period in 2023. This resurgence has raised alarms among Chinese health authorities and experts, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and prevention measures to contain the spread of this highly infectious disease. Pertussis is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis and is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets, making it easily contagious within communities. The recent outbreak has resulted in 13 tragic deaths, highlighting the severity of the situation.