The bacterial infection pertussis has sparked an uptick in cases nationwide and has caused two deaths in Louisiana ...

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) has reported record high number of whooping cough cases in 2024, and the HSE ...

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While the measles outbreaks continue to affect consumers across the country, another illness is creating a cause for concern: ...

There were over 539 cases of whooping cough — also known as pertussis — last year, with 25% needing hospital care.

Last year saw a record number of whooping cough cases - with more than 530 confirmed. The Health Protection Surveillance ...

Babies with whooping cought (pertussis) often struggle to breathe. Pertussis can also cause severe coughing fits which affect ...

A record number of cases of whooping cough were recorded in Ireland last year, with the HSE calling for pregnant women to ...

The HSE South West is urging pregnant women in the county to vaccinate themselves against whooping cough, also known as ...

Pregnant women urged to get vaccinated against infection, which is potentially life threatening in young babies ...