The Rowan County Health Department is warning residents about an uptick in whooping cough. Also known as pertussis, whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory illness that can cause serious issues in people of all ages, especially infants and those with compromised immune systems.
Symptoms include prolonged coughing fits, a high-pitched “whoop” sound when in inhaling, vomiting and exhaustion.
Rowan County officials recommend people get tested if symptoms appear.
