Epidemic and hospitalization characteristics of pertussis in Jingzhou City in 2013–2024
10.3969/j.issn.1006-2483.2026.04.010
- VernacularTitle:2013—2024年荆州市百日咳流行和住院病例特征分析
- Author:
Lao LI
1
;
Xingxing LU
2
;
Menglei YAO
3
;
Xin TIAN
3
;
Qiuping ZHAO
4
Author Information
1. Hubei Provincial Field Epidemiology Training Program, Wuhan, Hubei 430079,China;Jingzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Jingzhou, Hubei 434000, China
2. Hubei Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuhan, Hubei 430079, China
3. Jingzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Jingzhou, Hubei 434000, China
4. Xiantao Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Xiantao, Hubei 433000, China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Pertussis;
Vaccine;
Epidemiological characteristics;
Hospitalized cases
- From:
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
2026;37(4):46-50
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To understand the epidemiological characteristics and current status of pertussis in Jingzhou City from 2013 to 2024. Methods Data on reported pertussis cases in Jingzhou City (2013–2024) and hospitalized pertussis cases from two medical institutions (January–May 2024) were collected for descriptive epidemiological analysis. Results A total of 1 553 pertussis cases were reported in Jingzhou City from 2013 to 2024. The average annual incidence rate from 2013 to 2023 was 0.12/100 000, and that in 2024 was 28.86/100 000. The incidence peaked in spring and summer. High-incidence areas included Jingzhou District, Shashi District, and Jiangling County. There was no difference between men and women. The highest incidence occurred in the 0-year-old group, primarily among students, scattered children, and childcare attendees. Hospitalized cases exhibited milder and atypical symptoms. Age>2 months, and admission for treatment at the first visit were the protective factors for severe pertussis, while having a history of patent foramen ovale was the risk factor for severe pertussis. Conclusion Jingzhou City experienced a rapid and significant rise in pertussis incidence in 2024. Prevention and control measures in childcare facilities and schools should be prioritized during spring and summer. Enhancing laboratory testing in medical institutions can facilitate early diagnosis and treatment. Adjusting vaccination strategies for young infants and older children is critical to reducing both incidence and severe case rates.
