Archive · 13 Sep 2025
Senator Cassidy Urges RFK Jr. to Support Whooping Cough Vaccine
Senator Bill Cassidy, a Republican, wants Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to tell people to get the whooping cough vaccine.
Whooping cough is spreading a lot right now, and the CDC says getting vaccinated is the best way to stop it.
Senator Cassidy sent a letter to Kennedy because he believes Kennedy’s words are powerful.
The senator is worried because whooping cough cases are increasing, possibly matching the highest numbers since 1991.
The senator is concerned because vaccination rates are dropping.
The DTaP vaccine helps protect babies and adults from getting sick with whooping cough.
Senator Cassidy urged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to publicly support whooping cough vaccination.
The U.S. is experiencing a rise in whooping cough cases, with over 20,000 infections recorded in 2024.
The current outbreak could rival the largest outbreak since a new vaccine was introduced in 1991.
The CDC recommends vaccinations as the best way to prevent whooping cough.
The DTaP vaccine is recommended for infants, with boosters.
- Who
- Senator Bill Cassidy and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- What
- Senator Cassidy called on Kennedy to support whooping cough vaccinations.
- When
- September 6th was the latest date mentioned for infection counts; letter sent on Friday.
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To encourage vaccination against whooping cough amid a rise in infections.
Pro-Vaccination
Anti-Vaccination
Vaccine Safety
Pro-Vaccination
Vaccines are safe and effective, supported by the CDC, and are the best method to prevent diseases like whooping cough.
Anti-Vaccination
Some individuals, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have questioned the safety and effectiveness of certain vaccines.
- Senator's Request
- Urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to publicly support whooping cough vaccination.
- Whooping Cough Infections (2024)
- Over 20,000 infections recorded by September 6th.
- Outbreak Comparison
- On track to rival the 2012 outbreak, the largest since 1991.
- CDC Recommendation
- Vaccinations are the best way to prevent whooping cough.
- DTaP Vaccine
- Recommended for babies starting at two months old, with boosters.
- Senator's Action
- Sent a letter to Kennedy on Friday.