Antibiotics can effectively treat it especially when administered early in the course of the illness.
There’s been an increase of whooping cough and the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) is encouraging people to make sure they are up to date with their vaccinations. Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection that can lead to severe complications, especially in vulnerable populations. It typically begins with cold-like symptoms such as a runny nose, mild fever and cough. As it progresses, individuals may experience episodes of severe, prolonged coughing, often accompanied by a distinctive "whooping" sound during inhalation. These coughing fits can persist for up to eight weeks. Antibiotics can effectively treat it especially when administered early in the course of the illness. However, vaccination remains the most effective method of prevention.
An approved $13 million Curling/Westside reservoir will allow 300 more housing units to be built in Corner Brook
Two impaired drivers in Stephenville arrested after two separate vehicle collisions
James Boone arrested by Port Saunders RCMP also wanted by the RNC
Mattis Point man arrested for theft at a retail store in Stephenville on Monday
Automated garbage collection to roll out in some areas of Corner Brook on January 19th
