UC Davis Reports Recent Cases of Whooping Cough Among Students
May 16, 2025 - 23:44
The campus community at UC Davis has been alerted to the identification of four cases of whooping cough within the student body over the past month. With a population of approximately 40,000 students, the university is taking proactive measures to address the situation.
Student Health and Counseling Services is collaborating closely with the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency to manage the outbreak effectively. This includes conducting thorough contact tracing to identify individuals who may have been in close contact with those diagnosed with the illness.
Health officials are emphasizing the importance of awareness and vigilance among students, urging anyone who exhibits symptoms of whooping cough, such as severe coughing fits, to seek medical attention promptly. The university is committed to ensuring the health and safety of its students and will continue to provide updates as the situation develops.
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