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Oregon sets record for whooping cough cases amid declining vaccination rates
Oregon sets record for whooping cough cases amid declining vaccination rates
Oregon sets record for whooping cough cases amid declining vaccination rates

Published on: 12/10/2025

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Oregon has reported more cases of whooping cough this year than at any time in state history, and health officials say declining vaccination rates — especially among pregnant people — are increasing the risk for infants. Whooping cough is a highly contagious bacterial infection that spreads through coughs and sneezes. While people of all ages can become sick, infants have much smaller air passages and are hgher risk of severe illness.

Oregon has reported more cases of whooping cough this year than at any time in state history, and health officials say falling vaccination rates — especially among pregnant people — are adding to the danger for infants.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/health/2025/12/oregon-sets-record-for-whooping-cough-cases-amid-declining-vaccination-rates.html

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