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Pertussis risk factors
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Risk factors in the development of pertussis include no or incomplete vaccination against pertussis, exposure to infected individuals, infants or children < 5 years of age, and immunocompromised status.
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Risk factors in the development of pertussis include the following:
- No or incomplete vaccination
- Exposure to infected individual (usually within 5 feet)
- Infants and children < 5 years of age
- Significant pulmonary co-morbidities (e.g. asthma)
- Immunocompromised status
References
References
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