Valley fever spreads in Central Valley linked to oil drilling

Research in California’s San Joaquin Valley indicates that valley fever fungus is thriving in urban areas within rodent burrows, especially near rivers and streams. New studies link increased infection risk to living close to oil and gas wells and construction projects that disturb soil, raising concerns about airborne spores. Experts emphasize the importance of protective measures such as soil wetting and mask-wearing to reduce transmission, as valley fever can cause severe illness and potentially be fatal.

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