06.05.2025 22:50
Scientists from the University of Manchester in England have announced that the deadly fungal disease caused by the "Aspergillus fumigatus" species, which is typically found in warm regions, could spread from Africa and South America to Europe and Asia due to global warming. The report states that treating these fungi is "extremely difficult" and calls for necessary precautions to be taken.
A new study has revealed that a deadly fungal disease common in warm regions may spread due to global warming.
DEADLY FUNGAL DISEASE MAY SPREAD TO EUROPE
According to new research by scientists from the University of Manchester, the 'Aspergillus fumigatus' species can lead to severe respiratory diseases in humans. Experts predict that this species will spread northward from Africa and South America to Europe and Asia. The study also noted that the extent of the spread is linked to fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions.
"TREATMENT IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT"
The lead author of the study, Norman van Rhijn from the University of Manchester, emphasized that treating fungi is "extremely difficult" and called for necessary precautions to be taken.
"POSES A THREAT TO NEARLY NINE MILLION PEOPLE'S HEALTH"
Estimates suggest that the range of these fungal species may increase by 77% by the year 2100 due to global warming. This means that nearly nine million people's health in Europe alone could be at risk, particularly urging caution for those with chronic lung diseases and weakened immune systems.