# Drug Shows Some Promise for People Suffering From Valley Fever

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Podcast: [KQED's The California Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kqed-s-the-california-report-45411)
Published: 2026-07-30T13:57:00+00:00
Episode link: https://next.kqed.org/news/12093212
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Valley fever cases continue to climb across California. The fungal disease is showing up in places where doctors may not expect it. And now a new study suggests an experimental drug could offer hope for people with the most severe form of the illness. Guest: Fariba Donovan, University of Arizona College of Medicine Valley Fever Center for Excellence A Southern California lawmaker has introduced a bill to end what she calls medical neglect in ICE detention facilities. Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove says she was inspired by the treatment of one of her constituents. At this week's LA Police Commissioners meeting, a report documented potential misconduct by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers operating in the city. Reporter: Jared Bennett, LAist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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