The Importance Of Pertussis In The Community

The contributing factors that spread pertussis from person to person are lack of knowledge as well as lack of access to care. Some of the people in the community are not aware that pertussis spreads through droplets. The community must be educated on proper hygiene to prevent the spread of pertussis Proper hygiene includes: covering your mouth, washing your hands, and throwing used tissues away. Lack of access to care can be prevented by providing information for free clinics in the community. Additionally, those in the community have religious or cultural reasons why they may not want to get immunized. Providing education to the community about the risks and benefits will ensure the prevention of pertussis.