Nine Cases of Whooping Cough Reported in Fayette County Schools: Health Department Urges Vaccination and Vigilance

Lexington, Kentucky, USA United States of America
Health officials urge caution as number of cases rises, advise visiting healthcare provider for evaluation if experiencing symptoms such as persistent cough, fever, runny nose or vomiting after coughing fits
Nine cases of Whooping Cough reported in Fayette County schools since late April
Outbreak involves students from Lafayette High School, Henry Clay High School, Bryan Station High School, and Lexington Catholic High School
Tdap vaccine recommended for those 11 years old and older; infants should receive DTaP vaccine series to prevent Whooping Cough
Three new cases reported on May 14: one at Lafayette High School and another at Sts. Peter and Paul Regional Catholic School
Whooping Cough is a highly contagious respiratory illness spread by coughing and sneezing, most serious in infants and those with chronic diseases
Nine Cases of Whooping Cough Reported in Fayette County Schools: Health Department Urges Vaccination and Vigilance

Published May 15, 2024

Fourth case of Whooping Cough reported in Fayette County schools in the past month.

The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department has confirmed a total of nine cases of Whooping Cough, also known as pertussis, since late April. Three new cases were reported on May 14, including one at Lafayette High School and another at Sts. Peter and Paul Regional Catholic School.

Whooping Cough is a highly contagious respiratory illness spread by coughing and sneezing that can affect people of all ages but is most serious in infants and those with chronic diseases.

Health officials are urging caution as the number of cases continues to rise. They advise anyone experiencing symptoms, such as a persistent cough, fever, runny nose, or vomiting after coughing fits to visit their healthcare provider for evaluation.

The health department is also reminding parents and caregivers to ensure their children are up-to-date on their vaccines. The Tdap vaccine is recommended for those 11 years old and older, while infants should receive the DTaP vaccine series.

The outbreak involves students from Lafayette High School, Henry Clay High School, Bryan Station High School, and Lexington Catholic High School.

People are encouraged to be vigilant for signs and symptoms of Whooping Cough while ensuring their kids are up-to-date on their vaccines or fully vaccinated with the booster.

The health department is working closely with Fayette County Public Schools to make caregivers aware of the threat and provide resources for prevention and treatment.

For more information, visit www.LFCHD.org/pertussis or contact the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department at 859-288-2437.


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LFCHD declares whooping cough an outbreak

WKYT News WKYT News Monday, 20 May 2024 20:18
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    • Lexington-Fayette County Health Department declared pertussis or whooping cough as an outbreak status
    • Nine total cases of pertussis have been confirmed since late April. Three new cases reported on Monday.
    • One case at Lafayette High School was confirmed.
    • One case at Sts. Peter and Paul Regional Catholic School was confirmed.
    • A person in their 80s also tested positive for pertussis.
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    • Nine total cases of whooping cough have been confirmed since late April.
    • Three new cases were reported on Monday involving a student at Lafayette High School.
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LFCHD: Case of whooping cough confirmed at Lafayette High School

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    • This is the fourth pertussis case in the city since April.
    • High-risk students who were exposed to the illness should take preventive antibiotics.
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Health department: Whooping cough outbreak declared in Lexington

Entertainment Variety Tv Site: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv-site/ Valarie Honeycutt Tuesday, 21 May 2024 02:04
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Pertussis case confirmed at Lafayette High School in Lexington

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    • A case of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, has been confirmed at Lafayette High School.
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Fourth case of "Whooping Cough" reported in Fayette County schools

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