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Whooping Cough Cases Surge: McHenry County Reports 80+ Infections

1/11/2025

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In 2024, McHenry County, Illinois, faced a staggering rise in whooping cough cases, jumping to over 80 from just 13 the previous year. This alarming trend mirrors a nationwide surge, with Florida reporting a shocking 715 cases—an eight-fold increase. Vaccination remains vital to protect infants and vulnerable groups from this dangerous disease.

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In 2024, McHenry County, Illinois, faced a staggering rise in whooping cough cases, jumping to over 80 from just 13 the previous year. This alarming trend mirrors a nationwide surge, with Florida reporting a shocking 715 cases—an eight-fold increase. Vaccination remains vital to protect infants and vulnerable groups from this dangerous disease.