Pertussis

ALSO KNOWN AS
WHOOPING COUGH

A HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS RESPRIRATORY

ILLNESS CAUSED BY THE BACTERIUM
BORDETELLA PERTUSSIS

how does it spread?

All ages are susceptible to acquire Pertussis, but infants &
children are the most at risk for this illness, as this can lead
to further complications like Pneumonia. The bacteria spread
from person to person through tiny drops of fluid from an
infected person's nose or mouth. Symptoms arises 5 to 15 days
after exposure to the causing bacteria.

signs and prevention:

symptoms: Children need five doses of DTaP
Cough persisting for 2 weeks (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis)
or more vaccine which begins at 2 months
Coughing fits or uncontrolled old.
cough that causes gagging or Adults may get tetanus and
vomiting diphtheria booster (Td) every 10 years
Cough followed by high pitch Pregnant Women are also
sound or “whooping sound” encouraged to have their vaccines to
protect their babies from

RECOMMENDATIONS
1. We strongly encourage wearing of mask
2. Practice Hand hygiene
3. Boost immune system
4. Get vaccinated
5. Seek for Medical Care once any sign or symptom
is present
6. You may also seek for consultation once you’ve
been exposed to someone with Pertussis