The Adair County Health System has confirmed one case of pertussis (whooping cough) in the County. Public Health is recommending that everyone have an updated Tdap vaccine to help prevent the spread of the illness. Pertussis symptoms include runny nose, irritating cough, and shortness of breath. Untreated, pertussis can lead to pneumonia and other severe conditions. For more information, contact Adair County Health System. 

Adair County Health System- (641)-743-2123