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Tennessee Histoplasmosis Outbreak Sickens 30, Claims One Life

1/20/2026

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Tennessee health officials report an outbreak of histoplasmosis that has sickened over 30 people.
At least one death has been reported in the outbreak, and concerns about links to nearby construction are being explored.
Families near Nashville, including the Stinsons, describe Eli's illness after a misdiagnosis.
Cari, Eli's mother, advocated for targeted testing, which produced a positive diagnosis.
Eli has resumed normal activities but remains fatigued.

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Story summary

Tennessee health officials report an outbreak of histoplasmosis that has sickened over 30 people.
At least one death has been reported in the outbreak, and concerns about links to nearby construction are being explored.
Families near Nashville, including the Stinsons, describe Eli's illness after a misdiagnosis.
Cari, Eli's mother, advocated for targeted testing, which produced a positive diagnosis.
Eli has resumed normal activities but remains fatigued.