"Oregon has seen a record-high number of cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis, this year, prompting concern about the risks posed to vulnerable populations.
On December 10, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) recorded 1,475 reported annual cases of whooping cough, breaking the state's record of 1,420 that was set in 1950."
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Newsweek
Oregon sets unwanted whooping cough record
Oregon has seen a record high number of cases of whooping cough this year, prompting concern about the risks posed to vulnerable populations.