A human pathogenic fungus recovered from soil for the first time in Puerto Rico

Summary 1. The value of soil studies in the determination of an area for human pathogenic fungi was well demonstrated by this study.2. The work has definitely established the presence ofH. capsulatum in Puerto Rico.3. The medical profession has since become more conscious of the presence of this organism in Puerto Rico.4. The importance of this cave, like many others, as a source of human infection is significant since many persons are known to visit the cave.This investigation was made possible by the financial support of National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland (Grant No. AI-05201-02 BM).