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Tennessee grapples with surge of drug-resistant Candida auris tied to hospital care
health26 days ago

Tennessee grapples with surge of drug-resistant Candida auris tied to hospital care

Tennessee is seeing a rise in Candida auris with eight active screening cases and forty clinical cases this year. The drug-resistant fungus primarily affects seriously ill patients in hospitals or post-hospital settings, and some infections are linked to international hospital stays. Health officials are monitoring the situation and providing infection-control guidance, with emphasis on frequent hand-washing to curb spread as authorities work to contain the surge.

via WTVC|
#candida-auris#health#hospitals
Superbug Candida auris Spreading Rapidly Across US, Experts Warn
health3 months ago

Superbug Candida auris Spreading Rapidly Across US, Experts Warn

A deadly, drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is spreading globally, particularly in U.S. hospitals, posing a significant health threat due to its resistance to multiple antifungal drugs and ability to spread on surfaces and equipment. Researchers warn that current diagnostics and treatments lag behind the fungus's evolution, emphasizing the urgent need for new antifungal agents, improved detection, and increased awareness, especially in resource-poor countries. Despite challenges, recent studies suggest potential vulnerabilities in the fungus that could lead to new treatment strategies.

via FOX 2 Detroit|
#antifungal-drugs#candida-auris#drug-resistance
Superbug Candida auris Spreading Rapidly Across the US and Globally
health3 months ago

Superbug Candida auris Spreading Rapidly Across the US and Globally

A deadly, drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is spreading globally, particularly in U.S. hospitals, posing a significant health threat due to its resistance to multiple antifungal drugs and difficulty in detection. Researchers emphasize the urgent need for new treatments, improved diagnostics, and better infection control measures to combat this emerging superbug.

via FOX 13 Tampa Bay|
#antifungal-drugs#candida-auris#drug-resistance
US Faces Rising Threat from Deadly Superbug and Drug Resistance
health3 months ago

US Faces Rising Threat from Deadly Superbug and Drug Resistance

A drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is rapidly spreading across U.S. hospitals and globally, posing a serious health threat due to its resistance to multiple antifungal drugs and ability to survive on surfaces and skin. Experts warn that current diagnostics and treatments are insufficient, emphasizing the need for new antifungal agents, better surveillance, and awareness to combat this emerging superbug.

via AOL.com|
#candida-auris#drug-resistance#fungal-pathogen
Gymgoers Urged to Beware of Rising Superbug Infections
health7 months ago

Gymgoers Urged to Beware of Rising Superbug Infections

Scientists warn of rising MRSA infections in community settings like gyms, with younger people increasingly affected. The US CDC and UK health authorities advise improved hygiene practices, such as not sharing towels or razors and covering cuts, to prevent spread. Although rates are still low compared to past decades, the trend of community-acquired MRSA is being closely monitored, raising concerns about potential shifts in infection patterns.

via The Times|
#community-infections#gyms#health
Mysterious Superbug Claims Life of Healthy 29-Year-Old Woman
health2 years ago

Mysterious Superbug Claims Life of Healthy 29-Year-Old Woman

A 29-year-old woman in Australia died after being attacked by a superbug that led to septic shock and pneumonia, ultimately causing her organs to fail. Ashley Timbery collapsed at home and was diagnosed with a Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection, which doctors believe led to her death. Despite showing only mild symptoms initially, her condition rapidly deteriorated, and she passed away after doctors informed her family that she wouldn't recover.

via PEOPLE|
#australia#health#mrsa
Mysterious Bug Claims Lives of Healthy Women in Their 20s
health2 years ago

Mysterious Bug Claims Lives of Healthy Women in Their 20s

A 29-year-old woman from Nowra, Australia, died suddenly after contracting a superbug that attacked her organs, leading to pneumonia and sepsis. The bug, identified as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), caused her lungs to be covered in holes. The family is devastated by the loss and is raising funds for her unexpected funeral costs. MRSA is a type of staph bacteria resistant to antibiotics and can cause severe infections if left untreated.

via Yahoo News Australia|
#health#infection#mrsa