WHAT DOES WHOOPING COUGH SOUND LIKE? The Department of Health (DOH) emphasized the importance of understanding pertussis or "whooping cough" and taking preventive measures to curb its spread. DOH explained that pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial respiratory infection. It often shows up as mild symptoms similar to a regular cold including fever, runny nose, and coughing, usually appearing about a week to ten days after exposure. DOH said it could lead to severe complications, especially a

🤧 Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection, and has been spreading across WNC. Dr. Chelsea Ragland, Pediatric Hospitalist, wants to urge you to help stop the spread. "Pertussis causes severe coughing fits that may be followed by an inspiratory "whoop" sound, vomiting, or pauses in breathing, especially in young infants," says Dr. Ragland. If your child is experiencing these symptoms, please talk to your pediatrician or visit our Mission Pediatric Emergency Room. | Mission Health