Officials Are Braced For A Surge Of Whooping Cough, But So Far No Signs Of An Epidemic
Reports of cases are increasing across the state, but public health officials say they haven't seen it spreading like it has in the past. Still, parents should take precautions if their children have been exposed.
Orange County Register:
Whooping Cough Cases Rise And Fall Cyclically In Southern California; Here’s What Parents Need To Know
Four years ago, California was in the grips of an outbreak of pertussis, the contagious disease also known as whooping cough because of the “whoop” sound characterizing the deep breathing that follows violent coughing attacks. Given the cyclical nature of the disease — outbreaks tend to occur every three to five years — epidemiologists in the Southern California region have anticipated another surge right about now. (Walker, 6/11)
In other news from across the state —
The Modesto Bee:
Work Continues On Valley Children's Modesto Specialty Care Center
The Valley Children's Specialty Care Center is the latest investment the Madera-based regional hospital has made in the Northern San Joaquin Valley. It will offer specialty health services, including cardiology, neurosurgery and orthopedics. (Lee, 6/11)