"Deadly Fungal Infection Claims Lives of Michigan Chef and Man, Ravaging Lungs"

Ian Pritchard, a 29-year-old chef from Detroit, Michigan, contracted a severe fungal infection called blastomycosis, which left holes in his lungs and led to his hospitalization and eventual death. His family made the difficult decision to take him off life support after his condition deteriorated rapidly, and he passed away on February 2. The family expressed gratitude for the support received through a GoFundMe page set up to help with medical expenses.