Whooping cough or pertussis cases are on the rise. The bacteria that causes it attacks the lining of the breathing passages and can often cause cold symptoms and severe coughing that can last for weeks. Infants under age one have the greatest risk of developing severe symptoms. Pediatrician Edith Bracho-Sanchez summarizes what you need to know about the disease and the pertussis vaccine. Talk to your pediatrician if you have questions and talk to your own doctor to make sure you and other caregi