Iowa Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the respiratory system. It is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. Symptoms of Whooping Cough include severe coughing fits, which can make it difficult to breathe, and a characteristic "whoop" sound when inhaling. The infection can cause serious illness in infants, young children, and adults who have not been vaccinated. There are two types of Iowa Pertussis: Classic Pertussis and Atypical Pertussis. Classic Pertussis is the more severe form of the disease, and is characterized by long bouts of coughing, the "whoop" sound and post-coughing vomiting. Atypical Pertussis is usually milder than Classic Pertussis and is characterized by shorter bouts of coughing, fewer post-coughing episodes of vomiting, and a less severe "whoop" sound.
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There was a 41% increase in the number of pertussis cases reported between November 2022 ? April 2023 compared to November 2021 ? April 2022 (n=29 cases).
Pertussis Cases by Year (1922-2021) YearNo. Reported Pertussis Cases201815,609201918,61720206,12420212,11696 more rows
While Bordetella pertussis circulates worldwide, disease rates are highest among young children in countries where vaccination coverage is low, primarily in the developing world. In developed countries, the incidence of pertussis is highest among unvaccinated babies and increases again among teens.
There are two vaccines that protect against whooping cough: DTaP is for babies and children younger than age seven years. Tdap is for kids seven years and older, adolescents, and adults (including pregnant women).
The states with the highest rates of pertussis include Vermont, Wisconsin, Alaska and Maine. Pertussis is more commonly known as whooping cough.
Over the past 25 years, however, pertussis has again become increasingly common due to incomplete vaccine coverage and people choosing not to get vaccinated at all. In recent years several states have reported significant outbreaks, with more than 100 deaths since 2010.
People at greatest risk from whooping cough include: Infants under one year old. Pregnant women (especially in the third trimester). People that have a chronic respiratory illness.
Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Vaccination. Vaccines are available that help prevent whooping cough, also known as pertussis. Whooping cough is a respiratory disease caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria.