As cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, have risen in Colorado and across the country, officials at Routt County Public Health are working with medical providers to remind staff and patients of the signs and symptoms of this highly infectious respiratory illness.
County health officials also are reminding medical staff to report positive and suspected cases of whooping cough.
Dr. Brian Harrington, medical director for Routt County Public Health, noted that pertussis can be life-threatening for infants due to their lack of immunity and small airways.