What is Whooping Cough?
Whooping cough is an infection of your airways caused by bacteria. It spreads easily from one person to another. It can make you cough a lot and is very dangerous for babies.
What causes Whooping Cough?
Whooping cough is caused by bacteria called Bordetella pertussis.
These bacteria get into your airways and make you sick.
How did I get Whooping Cough?
You usually get whooping cough from being near someone who already has it.
The bacteria spread when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.
The bacteria are in tiny drops in the air, which you can breathe in.