Fungal Infection: Alarming Situation Of Deadly Fungal Infection, CDC Report

CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) says that there is an alarming rate of deadly fungal infection which is spreading speedily in a certain part of the world. CDC also explained the fungal infection ” Candida auris” is resistant to antifungal medicines and makes it very difficult to treat.

What Is Candida auris?

The Candida auris in Japan was identified first time in 2009, and now it is founded in 30 countries including in United States of America. Severe infection is one of the common reasons for fungus in those people whose immune systems become weak.

According to a CDC report with Candida auris patients die almost in 3 months.

Factors of Candida auris?

CDC has also identified that the antifungal medication, poor infection, and traveling globally, are factors due to which Candida auris is spreading rapidly. for prevention of this infection agency strongly recommended infection control.

Precaution by Health care Providers

Healthcare providers are trying to identify Candida auris infection to prevent it from spreading. They are practicing cleaning the medical equipment as well as using protective equipment.

Alarming Situation

If the Candida auris infection spreads is a serious concern, for this purpose, the CDC is monitoring the situation closely as well as working with healthcare providers for early prevention of this infection.