Pertussis—more commonly known as whooping cough—is back as a distinct medical concern, with 14 cases in Isanti County since May 1, reported Public Health Director Kathy Minkler at the July 5 Isanti County Board meeting.

“The biggest concern with pertussis is to protect infants in homes that have been infected since they can have the most complications with the illness which include seizures, inflammation of the brain and even death,” warned Minkler.

  
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