
Pertussis Cases Spike in North Dakota: Health Officials Issue Advisory
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has reported a sharp increase in pertussis, or "whooping cough," cases in 2024. As of October 23, there have been 73 confirmed cases, a significant rise from just 17 in all of 2023. Cases span 11 counties, affecting people of all ages, with four infants requiring hospitalization...