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Research on the gut microbiome has focused mainly on bacteria, but bacteriophages and fungi play critical roles as well, with significant influences on health and disease.

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To combat long-overlooked fungal pathogens, researchers and regulators must embrace innovative science and policy.

Dogs could help predict valley fever spread in humans. A new study finds a strong correlation between occurrence of dog and human disease.

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Fungi adapt to heat, spread through spores, and may cause more fungal infections in a warmer, crowded, connected world.