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Valley fever present in a sample of lymph node tissue.

We’re heading into high season for valley fever. Health officials say they tend to see the most cases in late October through December. Research is continuing into treatments, as well as better ways for doctors to diagnose it.

Dr. John Galgiani, director of the Valley Fever Center for Excellence at the University of Arizona, discusses where are we right now as far as diagnostics and treatment.