Clearbridge Medical Center Pertussis (Whooping cough) Vaccination in Pregnancy(Boostrix) 1 dose

Clearbridge Medical Center Pertussis (Whooping cough) Vaccination in Pregnancy(Boostrix) 1 dose

According to SCVPD, the timing of vaccination is recommended to be anytime in the second or third trimester, preferably before 35 weeks of gestation. Of note, the vaccine should be given preferably at least 15 days before the end of pregnancy.

Pertussis (also known as whooping cough) is caused by the bacterium named Bordetella pertussis. It is a highly contagious respiratory disease presenting with repeated bouts of coughing that may last for 2 to 3 months or even longer. The "whooping" noise is a loud high-pitched sound caused by gasping for breath after a bout of coughing, though not every patient has this.

Why are pregnant women advised to receive the pertussis vaccine?

In general, the morbidity and mortality of pertussis are highest in infants. In recent years, upsurge of pertussis cases has been observed in different countries despite high vaccination coverage. Similar situation has also been observed in Hong Kong with marked increases in the annual number of reported cases since 2017.

Infants do not begin their vaccination against pertussis until 2 months of age according to the Hong Kong Childhood Immunisation Programme (HKCIP).

* If it is considered as inapproriate to get vaccinated, HKD300 will be charged for Dr Consultation. The remaining amount shall be returned. health.ESDlife and Clearbridge Medical Center have sole discretion to make the final decision.