See a healthcare professional promptly for diagnosis and treatment
Take prescribed antibiotics exactly as directed
Start antibiotics as early as possible to reduce spread and help if given early in the illness
Rest and drink plenty of fluids
Eat small, frequent meals if coughing makes eating difficult
Use a cool-mist humidifier if it helps ease coughing
Avoid smoke, dust, and other irritants
Keep infants, pregnant people, and others at high risk away from the infected person
Wash hands often and cover coughs and sneezes
Follow isolation and return-to-school or work guidance from a healthcare professional
Monitor for trouble breathing, blue lips, dehydration, or severe coughing fits
Seek urgent medical care for infants, breathing problems, or worsening symptoms
Make sure household and close contacts are up to date on pertussis vaccination
Get the Tdap vaccine if recommended by a healthcare professional