It appears that viral hemorrhagic fevers – Lassa Fever, Ebola and Marburg virus – are getting all the press. However, Pertussis (whooping cough) is an area that needs focus.
The cases for 2024 are at least four-times higher than in 2023, and many departments have not offered the required Tdap booster to protect healthcare personnel.
An additional dose of Tdap was first recommended in 2005 and then again in 2011. Pertussis is not on the radar, and we need to ensure that healthcare providers are protected. This session addresses vaccine, personal protective equipment and post-exposure medical follow up.
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