Elementary School Dealing With Scabies Outbreak

EAGLEVILLE, Pa. (CBS) -- Montgomery County health officials are dealing with a scabies outbreak at Whitehall Elementary School.

Since March 8, five cases of scabies have been identified and treated.

Other staff and children are being evaluated for the mite that affects skin.

In addition, there are currently three cases of suspected pertussis, also known as whooping cough.

School officials have notified parents by letter about both problems.