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weakened immune systems
Coverage of weakened immune systems in the Nexus archive.
- Study suggests the threat of mold-associated illnesses may be underappreciated
A U.S. study suggests invasive mold infections may be an underappreciated and deadly threat, with 450 cases identified in Atlanta-area hospitals over five years, a third of which resulted in patient deaths. The CDC-led research highlights growing risks from climate change-related disasters and rising vulnerable populations, including immunocompromised individuals and older adults.