China - Media: "in the first quarter of 2024, 58,990 cases of whooping cough were reported nationwide, nearly 29 times the number in the same period in 2023 (2,050 cases)."

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Coughing is always bad, beware of whooping cough

April 22, 2024 14:38



　　Reprinted from: Lianqin Assembly Number
　　Whooping cough--a "cough" that cannot be ignored
　　According to the "National Overview of the Notifiable Infectious Diseases Epidemic" released by the National Administration of Disease Control and Prevention, in the first quarter of 2024, 58,990 cases of whooping cough were reported nationwide, nearly 29 times the number in the same period in 2023 (2,050 cases). The military's infectious disease surveillance shows that there were 6 cases of whooping cough in the first quarter of this year. The incidence rate of whooping cough has shown a significant upward trend, with the incidence rate among adolescents and adults increasing significantly. This disease, which was previously thought to be only suffered by young children, is showing an "ageing" trend. Therefore, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reminds everyone that they need to pay more attention.


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The government website does not list March's numbers yet but January and February are in trend with the above media story.

zhttps://www.ndcpa.gov.cn/jbkzzx/c100016/common/list.html

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What are the symptoms of whooping cough?


The disease starts like the common cold, with a runny nose or congestion, sneezing, and sometimes a mild cough or fever. Usually, after a week or two, severe coughing begins. The following are the most common symptoms of whooping cough. However, each person may experience symptoms differently. Infants younger than age 6 months may not have a classic whooping cough, or it may be difficult to hear. Instead of coughing, infants may have a pause in their breathing, called apnea, which is very serious. You should consult your health care provider or call 911 if you observe pauses in breathing. Symptoms of whooping cough may include:

• Coughing, violently and rapidly, until all the air has left the lungs and a person is forced to inhale, causing a "whooping" sound
• Sneezing
• Nasal discharge
• Fever
• Sore, watery eyes
• Lips, tongue, and nailbeds may turn blue during coughing spells

Whooping cough can last up to 10 weeks and can lead to pneumonia and other complications.

The symptoms of whooping cough may look like other medical conditions. Always consult your health care provider for a diagnosis.

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/whooping-cough-pertussis-in-adults

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Screen shots of Jan. & Feb. from the above government report: