SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. – Spokane County is currently facing an outbreak of whooping cough.
The Spokane Regional Health District has confirmed 123 cases and declared an outbreak. This development comes as several counties across the Inland Northwest are also experiencing high rates of the illness.
Areas such as Whitman and Grant counties in Washington, as well as regions across the Idaho Panhandle, are seeing similar trends.
Local health officials are urging residents to stay informed and take precautions to prevent the spread of whooping cough. This includes staying up to date with vaccinations and practicing good hygiene.
