West Lake HS sees whooping cough cases

WESTLAKE, Texas (KXAN) - A couple of confirmed cases of whooping cough at West Lake High School have parents on alert.

The school sent a letter sent out to parents Monday noting an increase in the number of whooping cough cases.

The school is urging parents to look out for the following symptoms:

• runny nose
• nasal congestion
• sneezing
• red, watery eyes
• a mild fever
• dry cough

If your child has any of these symptoms, the school is urging them to go see the doctor and to stay away from school.