In recent times, the New River Health District has launched an investigation into a small number of confirmed and suspected cases of pertussis in Montgomery County. Some of the cases reported involved school-aged children. As part of the public health inquiry, several individuals, including children, have undergone testing, treatment, and/or post-exposure antibiotics as recommended by the CDC.
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious disease characterized by severe coughing. The disease can be particularly severe in children less than one year of age. Health District officials have noted that pertussis is considered endemic throughout the Southwest Virginia region, with cases routinely diagnosed in the area. While pertussis can be prevented through vaccination, protection from the illness may decrease over time.
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