Posted 3/24/23

Over the last year, the Centers for Disease Control have tracked a large increase in Candida Auris cases. It’s a potentially deadly fungus that has been around for at least six years now.

The CDC says it’s a serious global health threat.

CDC experts say the fuel behind the spread stems from the pandemic. The standard general infection prevention and control efforts in healthcare facilities was lacking do to the focus on Covid-19.

So far, 28 states have at least one case of Candida Auris.

Alabama has six cases and Florida, has more than 300.

This yeast infection can transfer from person to person causing a major problem. The fungus does not pose a threat to the healthy population, but those with weakened immune systems or people who have a hard time fighting off infections and diseases are at high risk.

Doctors say the best way to prevent Candida Auris is to stay away from those with the infection and practice good hand washing, especially when visiting healthcare facilities.