Tag: drug-resistant fungus
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The Rising Threat of Candida auris in Italy and Europe
Introduction to Candida auris Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, has emerged as a significant and alarming threat to healthcare systems around the world, particularly in Europe. This organism, which was first identified in 2009 in Japan, has been rapidly spreading in hospitals and is putting patients at serious risk. Italy, in particular, has been highlighted…