Pertussis Alert
Due to Recent Pertussis Outbreak in Suffolk County
Do Your Part To Prevent The Spread Of Pertussis
* Pertussis is also known as "whooping cough" because of the "whooping" sound that is made when gasping for air after a fit of coughing that can last up to 100 days
*Pertussis can cause serious illness and can even be life-threatening, especially in infants
*Worldwide, there are 30-50 million cases of pertussis and about 300,000 deaths per year
Healthcare personnel who have direct patient contact should be vaccinated!
Walk-in to Employee Health & Wellness
7am-4pm Monday - Friday
Must have "Hospital Access" on SB ID Badge
Please call Employee Health & Wellness at 4-7767
for further information.
