New Fungus Considered An ‘Urgent Threat’ Due To Rapid Spreading

The fungus is a type of yeast referred to as 'Candida auris' or 'C-auris'. It's capable of causing severe illness especially in those with weak immune systems.

A new found fungus is considered to be a possible threat as it rapidly spreads through U.S. health care facilities.

The fungus is a type of yeast referred to as ‘Candida auris’ or ‘C-auris’. It’s capable of causing severe illness especially in those with weak immune systems.

The concerning amount of people diagnosed with infections along with those who were flagged with carrying ‘C-auris’ through screening, is increasing at an alarming rate since it was first discovered in the Nation.

The fungus can be found on the skin and throughout the body. It is not considered to be a threat to healthy people, but nearly one-third of people who become ill with ‘C-auris’ die.

The CDC has called it an ‘urgent threat’ because it is often multi-drug-resistant. The rapid rise calls for emphasis on the study of the fungus and ways to prevent spreading.