Portland State University cancels football game over whooping cough outbreak among team members.

Portland State University has canceled its home football game against South Dakota due to a whooping cough outbreak within its team. The decision, made for health reasons, affects several players, though none are seriously ill. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends vaccination against this contagious disease. Portland State's next game is scheduled against Boise State on September 14. No attempts will be made to reschedule the canceled match.