Frequently asked questions and answers for patients.

Updated information regarding FDA Expanded Facilities List.

Cases with Fungal Infections Linked to Steroid Injections for Oct 22, 2012.

Cases with Fungal Infections Linked to Steroid Injections for Oct 21, 2012.

Added Selected Publications section and links to photos and footage related to CDC's Digital Press Kit.

Cases with Fungal Infections Linked to Steroid Injections for Oct 20, 2012.

The eradication of polio is an important priority for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of early 2012, the world is not on track to eradicate polio by the end of the year. Yet, we are closer than we have ever been to eradicating polio and it is critical that we take advantage of this opportunity.

Added an image of Cladosporium.

Cases with Fungal Infections Linked to Steroid Injections

Updated case counts for October 19, 2012.

Added conference call materials to the call webpage.

Added images of Exserohilum and Aspergillus.

Multistate Fungal Meningitis Outbreak: Healthcare Facilities

Current Situation - CDC Responds to Multistate Fungal Meningitis Outbreak

Updated case counts for October 18, 2012.

Updated case counts for October 17, 2012.

Case Definitions for Meningitis and Septic Arthritis

Diagnostic Testing for Septic Arthritis and Specimen Submission to CDC - Outbreak Associated with Injection of Potentially Contaminated Steroid Products

Updated case counts for October 16, 2012.

Added a link to FDA Statement on Fungal Meningitis Outbreak and Advice to Physicians