Author: Thao Nguyen

Thao Nguyen has been teaching health and wellness for over seven years. She explores smart eating, everyday fitness, and mental well-being. By combining evidence-based knowledge with practical, easy-to-follow guidance, Thao makes healthy living more accessible for everyone. Her work aims to inspire people to build better habits, manage stress, and find balance without unnecessary rules. Some parts of the content on TrueWellnessPro.com are supported by AI tools to improve clarity and helpfulness. However, all articles are reviewed, edited, and approved by Thao Nguyen and our editorial team to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment with trusted wellness information standards.

Whooping cough, medically known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. This disease is characterized by severe coughing episodes that can last for weeks or even months, earning it the nickname “the 100-day cough.” While whooping cough can affect people of all ages, it poses the greatest risk to infants and young children whose immune systems are still developing. The name “whooping cough” comes from the distinctive high-pitched “whoop” sound patients make when gasping for air after a coughing fit. Understanding the symptoms of this condition is crucial for early detection and preventing…

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