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Whooping Cough Surges as Vaccination Rates Drop | Joplin News
Whooping cough is surging—thanks to falling vaccination rates—and doctors are sounding the alarm. A local child was treated last week, unusual for summer, with symptoms lasting up to two months. Delaware and Ottawa Counties are hit hardest. Experts warn: without 95% community vaccination, herd immunity crumbles. Vaccinated kids are 98% less likely to catch it—proof that shots protect not just you, but everyone around you. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary…
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