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Whooping Cough Surge in Auckland | Auckland News
Whooping cough is surging in Auckland and Northland—with 33 confirmed cases in just four weeks—and officials warn more are coming. This isn’t the first outbreak; a national epidemic was declared last year, and tragically, four babies have died since 2023. The disease causes brutal, prolonged coughing fits that can be deadly for infants under one. Health experts are urging everyone to stay vaccinated: pregnant women (starting at 16 weeks) pass immunity to newborns, kids need shots at 6, 12, and 24 weeks plus boosters, and adults over 45 and 65 should get boosters too. If you’re behind on…
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