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  • blastomycosis in lungs

    What is blastomycosis?

    Blastomycosis is a rare fungal infection that can affect children, adults, and animals. Blastomycosis is caused by exposure to Blastomyces, a fungal species that lives in soil, decaying leaves, and wooded areas. Symptoms of blastomycosis include coughing, fevers, and fatigue. Treatment involves oral or intravenous antifungal medications.

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  • mold

    Mold 101: Effects on human health

    Mold is a non-scientific term for many types of unwanted fungi found both indoors and outdoors. Active mold growth requires moisture. Actively-growing mold damages the material it lives on, thereby impairing structural integrity. In addition, mold is associated with some untoward health effects in humans, including allergies and infections.

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