Measures like masking and remote learning likely helped reduce pertussis transmission during the pandemic. However, in 2024, pertussis cases have surged, reflecting a shift back to normal trends.

The DoH said pertussis transmission "may be prevented by good respiratory hygiene: cover coughs and sneezing — do so into disposable tissues/wipes, or the elbow or upper arm (not hands).

To harmonize the criteria for pertussis case reports. To better understand transmission of pertussis in different situations.