http://www.wtop.com/index.php?nid=106&sid=352018
"Fairfax County Watching for Cases of Whooping Cough in School"
Updated: Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004 - 4:53 PM
ARTICLE SNIPPET: "FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) - Fairfax County health officials are tracking cases of whooping cough in at least three county schools.
The disease, also known as pertussis, is on the increase nationwide. It's characterized by a persistent cough that could lead to vomiting."
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CDC.gov - Health Topic: "PERTUSSIS"
http://www.cdc.gov/health/pertussis.htm
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2002109804_soldier05m.html
Sunday, December 05, 2004 - Page updated at 12:00 A.M.
"A proud soldier's battle back: "So this is what it's like to get blown up""
By Warren King
Seattle Times medical reporter