The Reno County Health Department is investigating a possible outbreak of pertussis or whooping cough.
Currently, five cases have been reported and are still under investigation, with other possible cases are being investigated.
When Reno County last had an outbreak of pertussis in 2015, some 100 cases were confirmed in the county before that eight-month outbreak was ruled over, with more than 200 cases investigated.
That compares to last year, when Kansas recorded 179 cases statewide, according to data from the CDC. Those who are vaccinated can have symptoms that are milder and may seem like asthma or bronchitis.
Health officials advise anyone with symptoms, including a cough for two weeks, without other explanation, should contact your physician. There are medications to treat the infection and relieve the symptoms.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also urges individuals that suspect they have pertussis to limit contact with unvaccinated children and see a physician as soon as possible.
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