Pertussis in Children and Pregnant Women: Key Information for Healthcare Providers

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• Larry Kociolek; Danielle Zerr; Jenn Schuser; Claudia Hoyer; Doneen West

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This resource offers healthcare providers comprehensive guidance on pertussis (whooping cough) amid rising U.S. cases. It details transmission, symptom progression, diagnosis, and treatment protocols, emphasizing the importance of timely antibiotic use. The page underscores vaccination strategies, particularly Tdap administration during pregnancy, to protect vulnerable infants. It also highlights the need for up-to-date immunizations among caregivers and outlines post-exposure prophylaxis recommendations. Authored by pediatric infectious disease experts, this guide aims to enhance clinical preparedness and response.​

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Bordetella pertussis; Diagnosis; Infant; Pertussis Vaccine; Vaccination; Disease Transmission, Infectious; Disease Notification; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Public Health Surveillance

Institutions: Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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