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Can I still get whooping cough when I am vaccinated?

Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to prevent severe illness from whooping cough. No vaccine is 100% effective, so it is still important to know the signs and symptoms of whooping cough, even if you or your child is vaccinated.  

For more information about whooping cough, visit  

NHS 111 Wales - Health A-Z: Whooping cough (external site)