Additional Case of Whooping Cough Confirmed in Western North Carolina County

8th case of whooping cough confirmed in Haywood County

Officials say whooping cough is a highly contagious illness spread through couching and sneezing.

Additional case of whooping cough confirmed in western North Carolina county

Health officials in Haywood County have confirmed an additional case of whooping cough, bringing the total number of active cases in the county to eight.

Additional case of whooping cough confirmed in Haywood County

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8th whooping cough case confirmed in Haywood County

Another active case of whooping cough has been confirmed in Haywood County, health officials announced Monday.

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