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Infectious Diseases: Pertussis

The Department of Health Services has developed this web page to educate health providers about pertussis. A fact sheet, vaccination recommendations, and treatment guidelines are included.

For Health Providers

Preventing Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis Among Adults: Use of Tetanus Toxoid, Reduced Diphtheria Toxoid and Acellular Pertussis Vaccine
Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), December 15, 2006 / 55(RR17);1-33.

Health Warning: State Health Department Announces a Dramatic Increase in Whooping Cough Cases in California (September 19, 2005)
Source: California Department of Health Services.

Pertussis Fact Sheet
Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Bacterial and Mycotic Diseases.

2005 Guidelines: Recommended Antimicrobial Agents for the Treatment and Postexposure Prophylaxis of Pertussis
Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis: Recommendations for Vaccine Use and Other Preventive Measures
Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Immunization Practices Advisory Committee.

Confidential Morbidity Report
Source: Sonoma County Department of Health Services.

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