Valley fever cases in California surged in 2024, with some counties experiencing over 100% increases due to inhaling fungal spores, especially among farmworkers.
The California Department of Public Health's data showed a significant rise in Valley fever cases across many counties, with Monterey County reporting a staggering increase of 200%.
Kern County reported the highest number of cases, accounting for 3,768 of California's total 11,076 Valley fever cases, primarily affecting agricultural workers.
At least 19 attendees of the Lightning in a Bottle music festival tested positive for Valley fever, highlighting how such events can contribute to the spread of the disease.
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