Whooping Cough Is On The Rise. Mom and Actor Cheryl Hines Keep Yourself And Your Family Healthy
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Whooping Cough on the Rise: Tips for Keeping Your Family Safe
Summary
Whooping cough, a serious infection, is reemerging across communities nationwide, affecting individuals of all ages. Fortunately, protection is readily accessible to safeguard your family.Article
Whooping cough has been reappearing in communities across the country, impacting people of all ages. If you haven't encountered this serious infection yet, you likely will. Fortunately, protection is easily accessible for you and your family.
Actor and mother Cheryl Hines has partnered with the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) in the "Wipe Out the Whoop" campaign. Together, they urge mothers to book appointments for their families to receive the whooping cough booster vaccine.
"Work keeps me busy, but family is my top priority," says Hines. "It's crucial for parents to maintain their own health as well as their children's. Given the prevalence of whooping cough, it's vital for moms to lead the charge in vaccinating family members to keep this infection away from their homes and babies." Hines stars in HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and recently appeared in "RV" with Robin Williams.
Whooping cough, or pertussis, can be deceptive. It may initially mimic a common cold or bronchitis but can progress into severe coughing fits, causing breathing difficulties, fractured ribs, and extended recovery periods. It's highly contagious, meaning other family members could also contract it.
Childhood vaccines for whooping cough eventually wear off, leaving adolescents and adults vulnerable to infection and further transmission. That's why obtaining a booster vaccine is crucial.
Mothers with whooping cough might pass the infection to their babies, who may be too young for complete vaccination and are at risk for severe complications, hospitalization, or worse.
"Whooping cough is serious at any age," says infectious disease specialist and NFID Medical Director Susan J. Rehm, M.D. "Babies face the greatest risk, so prevention should be a priority for caregivers like parents and grandparents."
The whooping cough booster, known as Tdap (tetanus-diphtheria-acellular pertussis), also offers protection against tetanus and diphtheria, which require periodic boosting. As Tdap is a newer vaccine, contact your doctor to ensure it’s available ahead of your next appointment.
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