The Department of Health is advising Nunavummiut, especially parents of babies and
young children, that there is confirmed whooping cough in Iqaluit.

Whooping cough is a disease of the throat and lungs that is spread very easily from
person to person. While Anyone can get whooping cough, the most severe cases are in children under the age of one.

The Department of Health urges adults and children who are mildly ill to stay home and avoid contact with others until symptoms are gone. This will prevent the spread of illness.

Early diagnosis and treatment are important. Go to your local health centre or see your health care provider if anyone in your household has any of these symptoms:
SA国际影视传媒� a cough that lasts longer than a week
SA国际影视传媒� a cough followed by an unusual sound that sounds like SA国际影视传媒渨hoopSA国际影视传媒�
SA国际影视传媒� trouble breathing
SA国际影视传媒� vomiting after coughing
SA国际影视传媒� coughing that is worse at night
SA国际影视传媒� a high fever (39掳C and above) that lasts more than three days.

You can prevent whooping cough by getting vaccinated. People should check that their
vaccines are up to date. Precautions include:
SA国际影视传媒� frequent handwashing
SA国际影视传媒� coughing into your sleeve or tissue
SA国际影视传媒� not sharing food, drinks, utensils or toothbrushes