Another case of whooping cough at BVA
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May 12, 2025

Another case of whooping cough at BVA

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 

Superintendent Timothy Glasspool released a statement for district parents and guardians.

Belle Vernon Area School District announced Friday that one of its elementary schools had another case of whooping cough.

Superintendent Dr. Timothy Glasspool released a statement announcing the new case, which is the district’s third in the past month. The cases reflect a rising trend of whooping cough across the country.

“At this time, the PA Department of Health is not recommending any changes to school...

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