Whooping Cough Day on November 8 shines a spotlight on the threat posed by whooping cough and the simple ways people can remain protected throughout life. Supported by the theme of “Stay Up-To-Date. Vaccinate” Whooping Cough Day encourages Australians to check if they are up-to-date with whooping cough vaccination by: Highlighting the importance of adult, pregnancy and childhood protection. Providing practical information about boosters and how to access them.