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Budget and the Bees
Budget and the Bees
Latrice Perez

900 Cases and Counting: The ‘Forgotten’ Respiratory Illness Spiking in Arizona Right Now

Whopping cough
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Just when we thought we could catch a break from health alerts, a new spike in cases is grabbing headlines in Arizona. It isn’t the usual seasonal flu. It certainly isn’t what we have been dealing with for the past few years. It is a “forgotten” respiratory illness that is making a sudden, aggressive comeback.

Reports show a worrying rise in cases recently. These primarily affect children and younger adults. Parents and homeowners are rightfully concerned. Understanding what is happening without panic is key. Here is the lowdown on the surge of whooping cough and what you need to watch for this month.

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