Surge in Whooping Cough Cases in Canada

Whooping cough is making a surge in Canada and the early symptoms of this bacterial illness make it appear as if it’s a common cold. Whooping cough starts with cold-like symptoms but progresses to severe coughing fits that end with a whooping sound. Quebec has seen the biggest spike in cases, with more than 11,600 reported so far this year, up from the annual average of 562 cases between 2015 and 2019. Vaccination remains crucial in preventing the disease. Stay informed and ensure immunizations are up to date to help control the outbreak.