Health
Pertussis outbreak increases in Pohnpei State
Local health authorities report additional confirmed pertussis cases in Pohnpei, raising the total number of cases and prompting enhanced surveillance.
The Pohnpei State Department of Health and Social Services has reported nine confirmed pertussis cases on the island of Pohnpei. A situational report from the surveillance officer indicates that three additional individuals were tested and confirmed positive for pertussis, bringing the total to twelve cases. Public health authorities are monitoring close contacts and reinforcing case management and infection control measures to limit further spread.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Pohnpei State, Federated States of Micronesia
- Date added
- 2026-03-25 18:44 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-25 18:44 UTC
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