Identifying Whooping Cough [Audio]

Dr. Bill Fredette joined us this morning to remind us of the importance of Pertussis (whooping cough) vaccination.  It can effect anyone young or old and can be deadly in infants and young children.  This respiratory infection can cause controllable coughing which can make it hard to breathe.  Currently there are about 30,000 cases nationwide.  Please take a moment to listen to our conversation as well as the types of coughs described:

No Whoop:

Whooping Cough: