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Should i get the pertussis vaccine as an adult?
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Yes: Pertussis is the cause of whooping cough. There has been an increased incidence of whooping cough in the United States. All adults and teenagers should get a pertussis booster. It is very important if you are around infants.
Answered 12/23/2014
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Absolutely.: Estimates are as high as 70% of the spread of pertussis comes from underimmunized adults.And the disease appears to be on the rise.
Answered 7/1/2014
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