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| Prevention: | Prevention of histoplasmosis involves minimizing exposure to dust in contaminated environments -- such as chicken coops and bat caves. Wear protective equipment such as masks if you work in these environments.
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Review Date: 8/7/2002
Reviewed By: Camille Kotton, M.D., Infectious Diseases Division, Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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