Research indicates that the fungus blastomycosis may be more common than previously believed
A report published in Emerging Infectious Diseases yesterday suggests that a fungal disease that is rare but potentially fatal could be widespread in a larger area than previously believed. The environmental fungus Blastomyces, which is present in damp soil and decomposing organic materials, is the cause of the disease blastomycosis. The fungus can induce pneumonia-like […]
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