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Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
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- When the Cough is Pertussis from NYSDOH (July 2012): includes case definition, differential diagnosis, exam findings, confirming the Diagnosis, testing, reporting and other resources.
- Diagnostic Testing Provides an overview of collecting samples from patients and case definitions.
- Specimen Collection An overview of nasopharyngeal (NP) swab and aspirate specimen collection techniques, including videos...
- Whooping Cough at Record Levels...and Not Slowing Down This Webinar featured an update on pertussis epidemiology and recent additions to ACIP recommendations for pertussis vaccination, along with new campaign materials that can be used for National Influenza Awareness Week. Virtual Immunization Communication Network (VICNetwork) Originally aired: November 14, 2012
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