Cases of whooping cough, which starts out as a common cold but can quickly become serious, continue to surge in Oregon, triggering a renewed call for vaccinations.
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, poses a significant risk to young babies, with five infants reported to have died from the disease since 2003.
This year, Oregon is on track to set a new record for whooping cough cases, making vaccination more crucial than ever to protect the vulnerable.
The Oregon Health Authority reports that the median age of those affected is 11, highlighting the need to protect infants, some as young as five weeks old.
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