Aspergillus: What is The Killer Fungi?
By Radiocity Team
Published May 28, 2025
Silent Climber
Aspergillus is a common mould expanding due to climate change. Once in warmer areas, it`s now projected to spread to North America, Europe, China, and Russia.
Threat to Millions
By 2100, rising temperatures could put millions more people at risk of Aspergillus infections, especially severe lung infections, as its habitat grows.
Diverse Danger
Over 300 Aspergillus species exist. Some are harmless, but others, like A. fumigatus, cause deadly lung infections and A. flavus produces cancer-causing toxins.
Invisible Invasion
The fungus spreads through airborne spores. While healthy people are usually safe, those with weakened immunity or lung conditions may face severe infections.
Heat Makes it Stronger
Fungi are adapting to higher temperatures, making them better able to survive inside the human body. This "heat-hardening" could lead to more dangerous strains.
Spreading by Storms
Climate-linked extreme weather events like hurricanes and floods actively disperse Aspergillus spores over long distances, increasing their potential.
Diagnosis Dilemma
Aspergillosis is hard to diagnose, as symptoms mimic other respiratory illnesses. Limited treatment options further complicate fighting this fungal threat.
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