BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Valley Fever impacts people across Kern County, and Kern Medical is raising awareness in our area.
Dr. Rasha Kuran from Valley Fever Institute at Kern Medical says valley fever is one of the most common causes of Pneumonia.
Pneumonia is often mistaken for bronchiectasis. The symptoms for Pneumonia include cough, chest pain, fever, and headache. Dr. Kuran recommends getting a screening specifically for valley fever to get a clear screening…