Officials say a whooping cough outbreak has been detected in one area of the Cache Valley and they're urging vaccination and good hygiene in an effort to curb the highly contagious infection.
The outbreak was found in the south end of Cache Valley, although exact numbers on how many people have contracted the infection were not made available.
Hunt explained that whooping cough can be difficult to detect right away as its symptoms are similar to that of a common cold. Testing and catching the infection early is key to a fast recovery. "The cough is the thing that is usually presented but not right at the very beginning," Hunt said."If you have any thought that this child or yourself has been exposed to somebody - it's not a bad idea to consider getting tested."
"It is important for everyone to be aware of the fact that this is spreading and to get treated and see your healthcare provider if you're feeling any type of symptom or have been exposed," Hunt said.
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