Whooping cough cases on the rise, doctors blame lack of vaccinations

The video discusses a significant rise in whooping cough cases in the US, particularly in Washington state, where cases have increased from a few dozen to nearly 1200. The rise is attributed to waning vaccination rates and the natural cycle of the disease. Symptoms resemble a common cold but can lead to a prolonged cough. Nationally, cases have surged to over 22,000. Vaccination is emphasized as an effective preventive measure, with vaccines available for infants from two months of age. Additionally, walking pneumonia is on the rise, especially among children, as flu season approaches.

What is one of the reasons for the increase in whooping cough cases in Washington state?

• New strain of the virus

• Increased travel

• Waning vaccination rates

• Improved diagnostic techniques

What is a common initial symptom of whooping cough?

• Runny nose

• High fever

• Headache

• Rash

How is whooping cough primarily spread?

• Contaminated food

• Insect bites

• Cough or sneeze droplets

• Direct skin contact

When was the vaccine for whooping cough developed?

• 1970s

• 1950s

• 1940s

• 1960s

Which respiratory illness is also on the rise, particularly among young children?

• Bronchitis

• Walking pneumonia

• Asthma

• Tuberculosis