California Baby Dies From Whooping Cough!

In what is only the 1st infant death case from the infection since 2016…

By Admin on July 19, 2018
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In what is only the 1st infant death case from the infection since 2016, a baby has died from whooping cough.

BuzzFeed News reports, “The baby was under 6 months of age, and California health officials are urging more people, particularly pregnant women, to get the vaccine that prevents the infection.

Babies as young as 2 months of age can get the vaccine, and vaccinating other children and adults can help protect newborns who are too young to get the shot.

“This infant’s death is a tragedy for the family and our community. My sincerest condolences are extended to the family at this difficult time,” San Bernardino Health Officer Dr. Maxwell Ohikhuare, wrote in a news release published Tuesday. Officials did not provide any additional details about the infant.”

Our heartfelt condolences to the family.

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