New research identifies 7 risk factors for deadly fungus infections caused by Candida auris
(NEXSTAR) – Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Florida Department of Health have gained insights into the causes of clinical cases of Candida auris, a rapidly spreading and perilous drug-resistant fungus. This month, a study was published that examined patients who encountered the fungus between 2019 and 2023, identifying […]
Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris identified in 17 states
The bacteria Candida Auris, known for its resistance, is being closely monitored by health experts working to control its spread. This fungus was first identified in the U.S. about ten years ago, and since then, the number of reported cases has risen each year. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]