An email sent to parents Friday informed them that whooping cough was identified at two Upstate schools.
According to the email from school officials, a case of whooping cough has been identified at Wren High School and Wren Middle School.
School officials said the possible exposure occurring on or before May 16.
According to school officials, whooping cough is a contagious disease that affects the nose, throat, windpipe, and lungs.
Whooping cough is spread easily by coughing or sneezing. People with whooping cough may have coughing fits. The severe cough can last for weeks or months, said school officials.
Whooping cough can be dangerous for babies and for people with lung disease or weakened immune systems.