CDC Warns Against A Life Threatening Fungal Infection

A new study revealed that a developing fungus has been spreading throughout healthcare institutions at an "alarming rate.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to declare it a "urgent hazard."

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Candida Auris's first case was reported in 2016.Since then cases are increasing at an alarming rate.

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The year 2020-21 reported as the quickest growth of the Candida Auris cases.

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According to the CDC, Candida auris is a drug-resistant fungus that can lead to epidemics in hospitals.

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The fungus can invade the blood, heart, and brain, infect the bloodstream, and potentially result in death.

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Almost one third of individuals who contract this infection pass away.

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Symptoms- Candida auris can be carried on a patient's skin and doesn't necessarily result in infection, making it easier for it to spread to other people.

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According to the CDC, fever and chills that don't go away after taking antibiotics are C. auris' most typical symptoms.

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