U.S. Whooping Cough Cases Surge to 32,000, Up from 6,500 Last Year Amid Urgent Need for Vaccination

Dec 26, 2024, 11:00 AM

Whooping cough cases in the United States have surged to their highest levels in a decade, with over 32,000 reported cases this year, a significant increase from approximately 6,500 cases during the same period last year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has noted this rise, indicating a return to pre-pandemic levels of infection. Health experts emphasize the urgent need for enhanced vaccination efforts and public health initiatives to protect vulnerable populations. Concerns have also been raised regarding potential impediments to these efforts by the incoming administration.