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.
Water being shut off twice a day in Hughes Brook as dam levels drop critically low
New Corner Brook council wrapping up orientation, meeting with MP in a couple of weeks
Haunted Hound House in Corner Brook this Thursday
Cableway from shore to a stranded container ship under construction in Lark Harbour
Corner Brook Doctors gearing up for another Uganda mission, this time bringing soccer jerseys and balls to kids
