Infection! Minnesota Braces for a Fungal Outbreak: What You Need to Know Before It Spreads
Minnesota health officials have issued a warning about a rising outbreak of a contagious fungal skin infection linked to a specific strain known as Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII. This strain is associated with ringworm and presents with round, red rashes that can cause significant discomfort and itching. The Minnesota Department of Health confirmed that the first case of this particular fungus was reported in July 2025. Since that time, the number of confirmed infections has …