Suspected deadly fungal and meningitis infections linked to surgeries in Matamoros, Mexico

Five Texas residents who traveled to Matamoros, Mexico for surgery have become ill with suspected cases of fungal meningitis, with one person dying and four others hospitalized. The procedures all involved an epidural, and health officials are investigating whether the cases are linked and whether there are more infections. The CDC has issued a travel advisory urging patients to cancel certain procedures in Matamoros, and reminds patients that all medical procedures carry some risk, regardless of where treatment is received.