Deadly fungus outbreak in US: What is Candida auris, symptoms, who all are at risk as cases rise across 23 states

This year, over 3,100 cases of drug-resistant Candida auris have emerged across twenty-three states in the US, with Texas and Michigan reporting the highest rates. This dangerous fungus primarily spreads in healthcare environments and poses serious risks to critically ill patients and those with compromised immune systems. Symptoms often resemble those of other severe infections, necessitating vigilant medical scrutiny.

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