Two Days Left For Whooping Cough Vaccinations

Starting on Friday,

The new requirement is mandated under state in response to serious recent outbreaks of the disease. Most young children are vaccinated for whooping cough, but the immunity wears off as they age.

The deadline for the booster shot was originally the first day of school, but the state legislature approved a 30-day exemption for all school districts. In South San Francisco, that window closes on Sept. 16, which is when schools will start excluding students who haven't had their booster shot.

Nurse Bonnie White said students can get the shot at their family doctor or pharmacies at Walgreens or CVS. They can also make an appointment at a county health clinic.

Students who have received a DTP, DTaP or Tdap shot at the age of seven or older are covered for pertussis and don't need to get a new booster, White said.

Watch the video above to see what White has to say about the importance of this vaccine.