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Candida Auris: The Deadly, Drug-Resistant Fungal Threat

In the world of infectious diseases, few pathogens have sparked as much alarm in recent years as Candida auris. This multidrug-resistant yeast has emerged as a formidable healthcare-associated infection, challenging medical professionals with its antifungal resistance, environmental persistence, and high mortality rates. First identified in 2009, C. auris has since spread to over 40 countries, […]

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Candida auris

Candida auris is a type of fungus that can cause severe infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems. It is considered a serious global health threat due to its resistance to multiple types of antifungal medications, making it difficult to treat.