The State is reporting that Bob Jones University is experiencing an outbreak of whooping cough. The school has been forced to cancel most public events and end its fall semester early because of the health issue.

Between 30 and 40 students have been confirmed as whooping cough cases. Another 50 students are under observation with possible symptoms.

Bob Jones University campus

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly infectious illness caused by a bacteria. Whooping cough is on the rise in the U.S. and often attacks college students who immunity has faded. Children in America are vaccinated against the disease, but that protection eventually wears off.

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