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06/18/26 Provider Alert: Regional Increase in Pertussis Cases
Advisory or Update, Communicable Disease and Immunization Update, Health Advisory, Pertussis, Provider ResourcesThere has been a recent increase in pertussis cases throughout the Olympic Region. Local healthcare providers are advised to remain alert for patients with symptoms of pertussis, and provide prompt testing and treatment. Consider the diagnosis of pertussis in the following situations: While immunization reduces the risk of pertussis, the disease can affect anyone regardless