Macon County Health Dept.

503 N Missouri St.
Macon, MO 63552
(660) 395-4711

  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Organization
  • Education
  • Clinic
  • Environmental
  • Events
  • Preparedness
  • School Health
  • WIC
  • Vital Records
  • Quick Links
    • Quick Links
    • Community Health Needs Assessment
    • Forms
  • Contact Us

December 3, 2019 By Mike Chambers

Health Alert: Whooping Cough

Click the title of article for further information.

The Macon County Health Department confirms a case of whooping cough (pertussis) in the community. Whooping cough can be a serious illness, especially in young, unvaccinated children. Symptoms of whooping cough begin with a runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, and possibly a low-grade fever. After a week or two a persistent cough develops that may end in a high-pitched whoop and vomiting. This can be a vaccine preventable disease and we ask that you verify your family’s immunization records to make sure you are up to date on Dtap/Tdap vaccine. If you highly suspect someone has pertussis, seek medical care immediately or contact the Macon County Health Department at 660-395-4711 to speak with a nurse for further recommendations.

Filed Under: Recent News

Macon County Health Department

503 N Missouri St   |   Macon, MO 63552
Primary Phone Number (660) 395-4711
After Hours Number (660) 651-5737

Our Mission

To protect, promote and improve the health and quality of life in Macon County

  • Facebook

Copyright © 2019