There are over 50,000 species of fungi, but less than 200 of those species can cause human fungal infection. Anyone can get a fungal infection, but they are most common in those with weakened immune systems. The fungus Cryptococcus neoformans is responsible for nearly a million cases of meningitis every year in people with compromised immune systems. Additionally, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 75 percent of women will suffer from a yeast infection in their life.
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