May and June this year saw a marked uptick in pertussis infections, with highest case numbers on the island of Funen. On average, around 80 to 100 whooping cough infections are detected each month in Denmark, but in June that rose to at least 284. Incidence was greatest in the 10 to 19 years cohort. The increase comes off a lower base experienced earlier in the pandemic. Read more
Advice for travellers
Travelvax Australia recommends that all travellers ensure they are current for whooping cough (pertussis) and all childhood vaccinations, including, diphtheria, measles, chickenpox and tetanus for travel to any destination – be it a developed or developing country. Read more about pertussis.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.