An outbreak of the highly contagious whooping cough has forced one school in Houston, Tex., to close its doors early for the holiday break. St. Theresa Catholic School in Memorial Park will be closed until Jan. 6 due to the outbreak, which has affected students and staff alike. MOST PREGNANT WOMEN AREN'T GETTING FLU AND WHOOPING COUGH VACCINES: CDCThe first case was confirmed on Dec. 4. Officials with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston said that 100 percent of students who attend St. Theresa Catholic School are vaccinated against the illness. Phil Lloyd, pastor at St. Theresa Catholic School, said in a letter sent to parents, according to the Houston Chronicle.

Source: Fox News December 19, 2019 14:21 UTC