Vacation nightmare: 12 family members diagnosed with fungal disease after exploring Costa Rica cave

An extended family of six adults and six children brought home more than just souvenirs from Costa Rica after touring a bat cave.

The family that is spread across three states — Georgia, Texas and Washington — returned home feeling sick after a recent vacation.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, on January 17, 2025, a Georgia infectious disease physician notified CDC of suspected histoplasmosis cases.

Prior to the report, the family had visited the Venado Caves in Costa Rica...