Spring Hill woman dies as Tennessee investigates histoplasmosis cluster
WZTV • • health
Key Points:
- A Spring Hill woman, Alyssia Brown, died amid a histoplasmosis cluster in Middle Tennessee, with her family and friend raising concerns about delayed testing and treatment.
- The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed 35 cases of histoplasmosis in Williamson and Maury counties but has not identified a clear source of exposure.
- Brown experienced a persistent cough after moving into her home in October, was initially treated for bronchitis, and only tested positive for histoplasmosis after her death.
- Her family and roommate reported difficulty in getting healthcare providers to test for histoplasmosis despite alerts about increased cases in the area.
- TDH advises avoiding soil disturbance and using protective masks during high-risk activities, while Brown’s family urges others
