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Pertussis, an acute respiratory infection caused by Bordetella pertussis, has recently experienced a dramatic increase in incidence and associated deaths in China, drawing significant clinical attention. This article retrospectively analyzes national data on pertussis incidence and mortality from 2010 to 2024, exploring potential factors contributing to this trend. It also discusses strategies for enhancing vaccination programs, improving early diagnosis and treatment, and optimizing the clinical management of high-risk infants, with the aim of addressing the challenges posed by the current pertussis epidemic.
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