11/28/2025
Coughing spells due to whooping cough (pertussis ) infection can last 10 weeks or more. This disease is sometimes known as the β100-day cough.β
The most effective way to prevent whopping cough is through vaccination with DTaP for babies and children and with Tdap for preteens, teens and adults. What to know more? Check out Pertussis Facts at https://www.cdc.gov/pertussis/