How has the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the spread of Candida Auris?
Superbug fungus spreading through U.S.
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The video discusses the rise of antifungal resistance in the US, focusing on Candida Aris, a yeast dangerous to patients with existing health issues. The CDC reports that some infections are resistant to all major antifungal medications. The spread is exacerbated by COVID-19, with shortages of protective equipment and increased ventilator use being key factors. The fungus spreads through contact or contaminated surfaces, posing a high risk to patients with medical lines or tubes.
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