A highly contagious respiratory illness is on the rise in the United States this year. Cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis, have surged to pre-pandemic levels in 2024, according to the ...

Whooping cough cases are surging in California with rates returning to pre-pandemic levels, medical experts said. As of April 26, a total of 590 Californians had contracted the highly contagious ...

A devastating respiratory infection once thought to be primarily a childhood concern is making an alarming comeback among adults, catching the medical community and patients completely off guard.

Some people continue coughing after they recover from a common respiratory infection. Doctors explain why a cough can last ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there has been an uptick in cases of whooping cough across the country. In 2025, the agency has already counted 8,077 cases, compared to 3,847 cases ...

With whooping cough cases on the rise, you might be wondering how to protect your baby or what signs to watch for. A persistent cough can be worrying, especially when infections are spreading, so ...

The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health continues to urge residents to take preventive measures to protect themselves against respiratory illnesses. Health officials explained that this ...

BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. (KCTV) - A confirmed case of whooping cough has been reported at Blue Springs High School, as health officials say cases of the highly contagious respiratory illness are on the rise ...