Kennel cough is a highly contagious upper respiratory infection caused by a blend of viruses and bacteria. Here's how to spot ...

Scientists studied hundreds of kids and staff members to learn how respiratory viruses circulate in schools. Here’s what they found, as peak virus season approaches.

Getting the sniffles or a cough when fall rolls around might seem inevitable. After all, many respiratory illnesses float around this time of year. With more people cozying up inside to stay warm, ...

"We just encourage people to stay home when they're sick, get vaccinated, cover your coughs and sneezes, disinfect frequently ...

It’s officially fall, which means crisp air, cozy sweaters, autumn leaves ― and a fresh wave of colds and flu. “It’s almost inevitable that we will come into contact with at least one of the common ...

Scientists have created a vaccine against whooping cough that doesn’t require a needle injection - instead it can be ...

The message comes amid growing worries that an early rise in flu cases could lead to a 'long and drawn out' winter for the ...

Pertussis surged across North Carolina in 2024–25, reporting the highest cases in 70 years. Declining vaccination rates and post‑pandemic immunity gaps drove the rise in cases. Health officials urge ...

Izzy Romero is your community news reporter covering northern San Luis Obispo County, including San Miguel, Paso Robles, Templeton, Atascadero, and Santa Margarita. Reports of whooping cough were ...