Danger level: High What is it? Pertussis is an infectious disease characterized mainly by coughing. Who gets it? The disease appears mostly in children: About 50% happen before age 10. About 30% happen in the ages 10-19, and only the
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Danger Level: Medium What is it? Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that affects mostly the lungs, but can affect other organs as well. Who gets it? A common misconception is that tuberculosis is a rare disease that no longer
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