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A deadly fungus that can infect cats and people is spreading
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A fungal disease caused by Sporothrix brasiliensis, which primarily affects cats and can transmit to humans, is spreading across South America. CDC experts warn that the disease's arrival in the United States is likely inevitable.
Why it matters
The emergence of drug-resistant, zoonotic fungal infections poses a significant public health risk that requires global monitoring.
It’s just a matter of time before it reaches the U.S., a CDC expert warns
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The report relies on expert testimony and public health data regarding an emerging infectious disease.
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