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The '100-day-cough' is quickly spreading across the UK
Story by Craig Munro • 10h
Cases of whooping cough are spiking in the UK, as experts warn of the serious impacts the disease can have on sufferers.
The highly contagious infection, also known as pertussis, can be particularly dangerous for young children.
Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows more than 700 people may have been infected in England and Wales between July and the end of November – up from 217 over the same period last year.
Cases are particularly high in the south-east and north-west of England, as well as the West Midlands.
However, the UKHSA has said lab-confirmed cases of whooping cough are still lower than pre-pandemic years...
The '100-day-cough' is quickly spreading across the UK
Story by Craig Munro • 10h
Cases of whooping cough are spiking in the UK, as experts warn of the serious impacts the disease can have on sufferers.
The highly contagious infection, also known as pertussis, can be particularly dangerous for young children.
Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows more than 700 people may have been infected in England and Wales between July and the end of November – up from 217 over the same period last year.
Cases are particularly high in the south-east and north-west of England, as well as the West Midlands.
However, the UKHSA has said lab-confirmed cases of whooping cough are still lower than pre-pandemic years...