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Deadly Aspergillus Fungus Threatens Nine Million in Europe

5/7/2025

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As Europe heats up, the deadly Aspergillus fungus is spreading rapidly, threatening to infect nine million people by 2100 across 77% more territory. Those most at risk—individuals with asthma or weakened immune systems—face a grim reality, underscoring the urgent need for public health action to combat this looming crisis.

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As Europe heats up, the deadly Aspergillus fungus is spreading rapidly, threatening to infect nine million people by 2100 across 77% more territory. Those most at risk—individuals with asthma or weakened immune systems—face a grim reality, underscoring the urgent need for public health action to combat this looming crisis.