As cases of whooping cough rise, CNN wellness expert Dr. Leana Wen explains what causes the respiratory illness, how it spreads and what to do to protect yourself.

Louisiana is seeing a surge in whooping cough cases, particularly among children, according to state health officials. The Louisiana Department of Health identified 164 cases of pertussis, known commonly as whooping cough,

Louisiana is experiencing a significant outbreak of whooping cough, with two infants already dying from the disease. State health officials have warned that the state is facing