Deadly Fungus Spreads Rapidly in US Hospitals, Healthcare Systems on High Alert

A dangerous fungus called Candida auris is spreading rapidly among U.S. healthcare systems, despite initial efforts to slow its growth, according to new research. The fungus has spread significantly in hospitals since it was first detected in 2016 and poses a serious threat to patient safety. Infections caused by C. auris are often deadly and can be resistant to common treatments.