Valley fever may be more prevalent in the state than previously believed, a newly published study authored by New Mexico scientists found.

On average, 86 cases of valley fever are reported in New Mexico each year, relatively few compared to neighboring Arizona and California. But the new study suggests the fungus-caused illness may be underreported or misdiagnosed.

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