Candida auris

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About
The emerging fungus C. auris spreads in hospitals. It can cause severe multidrug-resistant illness.
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Reducing Risk
Learn how healthcare providers can stop C. auris from spreading and protect patients.
Screening
Patients are screened to find out if they carry and can spread C. auris.
Tracking C. auris
In 2023 there were 4,514 clinical cases of C. auris reported. Cases have increased since 2016.

For healthcare and laboratory professionals

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Clinical and Laboratory Resources
Healthcare providers and laboratorians can find important resources on C. auris.
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