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Whooping Cough – Information you need to know

As you may have heard on the news, there is an epidemic of the Whooping Cough, otherwise known as Pertussis, in California.  This year, the pertussis cases reported are the highest in 50 years, even though we are only in August.

Whooping Cough is a very contagious disease that can be passed easily from person to person. It is very dangerous for babies.  

Please take the time to read the latest information from the Orange County Health Agency: Whooping Cough

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