Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
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When and how often should I be vaccinated against whooping cough?
In Switzerland, vaccination against pertussis is given as part of the national vaccination schedule. In addition, a vaccination is recommended during each pregnancy and if you have regular contact with infants under the age of 6 months (e.g. as a childcare provider).
Price:
28-75 CHF per dose
plus consultation and injection fee
What else should I know about the whooping cough vaccine?
The vaccination against whooping cough belongs to the so-called toxoid vaccines. This means that the vaccination is not targeting the pathogen directly, but against a toxin it produces.
For more information, please visit the website of the FOPH.