Whooping Cough - Mayo Clinic

Whooping cough. It’s a bacterial infection that’s risen to epidemic levels in some parts of the U.S. In adults, the symptoms can be mild, but if the infection is spread to a baby who hasn’t yet received a full course of vaccinations, whooping cough can be very serious. Here’s more on how to handle this disease. From Mayo Clinic to your inbox, sign-up for free: Visit Mayo Clinic: Like Mayo Clinic on Facebook: Follow Mayo Clinic on Instagram: Follow Mayo Clinic on Twitter: