Three outbreaks of whooping cough detected in Valles

Cases of whooping cough are increasing significantly across Spain, a vaccine-preventable disease that causes severe bouts of whooping cough. In early February this year, the largest outbreak was confirmed in Guadalajara, affecting 137 people.

In Catalonia, the number of cases is also rising and In 2024, there were already 342 infected., accounting for more than half of the infections that occurred in all of 2023 (530). A document published by the Generalitat reflects that Catalonia is experiencing a new wave of infectious diseases following the pandemic.

According to the latest report from the Public Health Agency, Three new outbreaks have been identified in Cerdanyola del Valles, affecting 18 people. “They all come from family backgrounds”– explains the representative of the Ministry of Health, although she explains that outbreaks in other municipalities cannot be ruled out.

Whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. many people It is characterized by an intense dry cough, accompanied by shrill sounds when inhaling.. Now that there is a vaccine, it affects children who have not completed their vaccination schedule, as well as teenagers and adults who have lost immunity.

Deaths associated with whooping cough are very rare, but they do occur in infants. It is for this reason that it is very important for pregnant women and other people who will have direct contact with the baby to be vaccinated.

This was reported by a representative of the ministry. Control measures in the event of an outbreak include isolation, treatment of the patient with antibiotics, and vaccination of persons who have had any type of contact. Please be warned that Children who are not fully immunized may develop pneumonia.

Medical recommendations have been established and Doses are given at two, four and 11 months. At ages six, 14, 40 and 65, other reminder doses are administered.

In addition, the Ministry of Health reminds thatPreventive vaccinations for pregnant women are carried out after 27–26 weeks of pregnancy.