A Pasadena resident tested positive for whooping cough after visiting Kidspace Children's Museum. The infection highlights an alarming rise in U.S. cases, with over 8,470 reported this year, double compared to last year. Health officials advised visitors to monitor for symptoms and seek medical attention if ill. With California experiencing a sharp increase in cases and a few deaths recorded recently, awareness is critical. High-risk groups, particularly infants and pregnant women, may require preventive antibiotics. The respiratory illness caused by Bordetella pertussis can lead to severe complications, emphasizing the need for vigilance and vaccination.
"Health officials warned anyone who visited Kidspace from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on April 25 to monitor their household, and especially children, for symptoms such as a runny nose, a low-grade fever and difficulty breathing."
"In severe cases, symptoms will progress to coughing fits that cause gasping or whooping sounds and vomiting. Infants may not display the telltale whooping cough, but turn blue, red or gag due to difficulty breathing."
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