Group issues recommendations to protect newborns from whooping cough
The Global Pertussis Initiative says vaccinating pregnant women against whooping cough, followed by immediate family members, caregivers and other people who come in contact with infants, is the most effective way to prevent newborns from contracting the infection. Dr. Bonnie Maldonado, a member of the AAP committee on infectious diseases, said that vaccinating pregnant mothers offers up to 90% protection and the cocoon approach to inoculation offers 60% to 70% protection for infants against whooping cough.
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