Study explains resurgence of pertussis

(University of Georgia) A team of researchers including scientists from the University of Georgia has found that the resurgence of pertussis, more commonly known as whooping cough, in the US is a predictable consequence of incomplete coverage with a highly effective vaccine. This finding goes against pervasive theories on why we are seeing a steady increase in the disease even though the vaccine is given at an early age.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news