Whooping Cough, characterised by severe coughing fits that can last for weeks or even months, is particularly dangerous for infants.
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Whooping cough, which left at least 10 infants dead in the UK, is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the bacterium ‘Bordetella pertussis.’ It is characterised by severe coughing fits, lasting weeks or even months. The disease is particularly dangerous for infants and young children. It spreads through respiratory droplets. Know more about the disease.