The reminder was prompted by a recent rise in whooping cough (pertussis) cases, which peak every three to five years in the UK. Babies who ... during their life. Vaccination reduces the risk ...

A rise in whooping cough cases has prompted a call for pregnant ... Professor Sir Andrew Pollard, head of the UK's vaccine committee, said he was "very worried" by the surge in cases.

"This is why many facilities and events where multiple dogs gather, such as dog shows, training centers, and boarding facilities, require proof of vaccination." Because more than one pathogen can ...