Bordetella pertussis is the bacterium that causes whooping cough. Link shows pictures of the bacteria and describes the infection process.

Here is a place to share your story about whooping cough, or you can just see what others are saying.

Whooping cough might start off with cold or flu like symptoms. Read more answers to questions about the disease.

In this video, Dr. Michael Marcus explains how some people might get whooping cough even if they're vaccinated. Find out more here.

Features an example of a child with whooping cough. Seek medical attention immediately if you or someone you know sounds like this.

A person with whooping cough might have a fever and coughing accompanied by vomiting. Making a loud whooping noise is another symptom.

Contains twelve pages of information about whooping cough, including causes, treatments and much more. Read all the details.

Interesting news story about the Texas Children’s Hospital using the cocoon strategy to prevent whooping cough. This means vaccinating family members to prevent the spread.

The Pertussis or whooping cough vaccine is referred to as DTaP since it’s usually given in combination with the Diphtheria and Tetanus vaccine. Learn more here.

A nasal swab or antibody test might be done to diagnose whooping cough. Site explains how the tests are performed.

Chart shows age specific dosing of four antibiotics commonly prescribed to treat whooping cough. Ask your doctor what they recommend.