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Guidance on public health strategies to prevent pertussis infection. Surveillance CDC tracks pertussis cases through a national system and enhanced surveillance activities.
- About Pertussis
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a very...
- Treatment of Pertussis
A reasonable guideline is to treat. People 1 year of age and...
- Whooping Cough Vaccine Recommendations
CDC recommends whooping cough (pertussis) vaccination for...
- Treatment
Use a clean, cool mist humidifier to loosen mucus and soothe...
- Postexposure Antimicrobial Prophylaxis
CDC supports providing PEP to all asymptomatic household...
- About Pertussis
2 Απρ 2024 · A reasonable guideline is to treat. People 1 year of age and older within 3 weeks of cough onset. Infants younger than 1 year of age within 6 weeks of cough onset. Pregnant women (especially if near term) within 6 weeks of cough onset.
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25 Μαρ 2024 · Recommendations. For asymptomatic healthcare personnel, regardless of vaccination status, who have an exposure to pertussis and are likely to interact with persons at increased risk for severe pertussis: Administer postexposure prophylaxis.
24 Σεπ 2024 · CDC recommends whooping cough (pertussis) vaccination for babies, children, preteens, pregnant women, and adults. Talk to your or your child's healthcare or vaccine provider if you have questions about whooping cough vaccines.
2 Απρ 2024 · Use a clean, cool mist humidifier to loosen mucus and soothe the cough. Eat small meals every few hours to help prevent vomiting. Get plenty of fluids, including water, juices, and fruits. Don't take cough medicine unless your healthcare provider recommends it.
CDC supports providing PEP to all asymptomatic household contacts of a pertussis case within 21 days of onset of cough in the index patient. Within families, studies demonstrate that secondary attack rates are high, even when household contacts are current with pertussis vaccinations.
Protective measures include wearing a mask to cover the nose and mouth to avoid the risk of infection. It is also recommended that those infected avoid close contact with young children and infants. In addition, people in close contact with infected persons can receive preventive treatment.
