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Whooping Cough Makes A Comeback

Whooping cough - or pertussis - is a highly-contagious infection characterized by uncontrollable coughing, reports medical correspondent Dr. Emily Senay.

It passes from one person to another through sneezes and coughs.

See why it is making a comeback, and how you can protect yourself and your family on Tuesday's The Early Show.

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