A new fungal infection, termed as Candida Auris, is spreading dangerously in the United States and witnessed an over 2200 per cent increase in new cases.

Cases of a multi-drug resistant, highly-fatal, and highly transmissive fungus are increasing rapidly in the United States, a new study warns.

In brief Candida auris infections have surged from 52 cases in 2016 to over 4,500 in 2023, CDC data shows The fungus kills ...

Newsweek has created a map showing where in the U.S. cases of Candida auris have been reported. Candida auris (C. auris) is a ...

Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, is infecting hospitalized patients. Learn about symptoms, risks and prevention ...

While C. auris may not a serious threat to healthy people, it is becoming more frequent, particularly in hospitals, where it ...

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Candida glabrata is a natural species of yeast that is part of the gut microbiome. It’s found on the skin and in the gastrointestinal tract. An overgrowth of the yeast may cause fungal ...

A vaginal yeast infection that leads to severe itching is a common overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. According to experts, it happens if you have high blood sugar levels or diabetes. A few other ...

There are new signs that a dangerous fungus is once again on the move. Candida auris is a type of yeast that can cause ...

As of January 2025, it has been classified as a disease of public health significance under the Health Protection and ...