Health warning: The UK areas most at risk of catching contagious whooping cough as cases spike - full list
The UK areas most at risk of catching whooping cough have been shared
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Whooping cough is a serious infection that can bring on intense coughing bouts and difficulties breathing.
It can spread very easily and an increased number of cases have been reported across the UK.
There were a total of 52 cases found in England and Wales according to the most recent Government data.
This looked at the number of cases in the week ending November 26, 2023.
It can cause a constant cough
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UK areas with the most cases
South East - 11 cases
North West - nine cases
West Midlands - nine cases
Yorkshire & the Humber - six cases
Surrey - six cases
London - six cases
North East - four cases
Greater Manchester - four cases
Hampshire - four cases
Outer London - three cases
Merseyside - three cases
West Yorkshire - three cases
South Yorkshire - two cases
County Durham Unitary Authority - two cases
Northumberland Unitary Authority - one case
Cheshire West and Chester Unitary Authority - one case
Medway Unitary Authority - one case
East of England - one case
Hertfordshire - one case
Warwickshire - one case
Whooping cough cases increased in July and November this year compared to 2022, and Britons are warned to watch out for the illness.
It is called whooping cough as those who have it will often make a "whoop" sound while gasping for air between coughs.
They may bring up a thick mucus that can lead to vomiting, NHS reports.
Symptoms can last for weeks or even months and can be serious, especially in younger children.
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Cases are more common in children
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It is most common in children but can affect adults of any age.
Hospital treatment is recommended in severe cases and for babies under six months with the infection.
Home treatment can be effective when symptoms are milder, and Britons are urged to get plenty of rest and drink fluids.
It is extremely contagious and Britons are most at risk of spreading the illness in the first three weeks of being ill.
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