Anti-Therapeutic Action: Antifungal resistance in Candida auris

Prospective Study on Microbiological Profile of Fungal Isolates and its Antibiogram in a Tertiary care hospital in South India

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Researchers studied fungal infections in a hospital in South India over one year, examining 62 fungal isolates. They found that Candida auris, a dangerous fungal species, was the most common and had developed resistance to many antifungal drugs. A newer class of antifungal drugs called echinocandins worked best against these infections, highlighting the importance of quick identification of fungal species for proper treatment.

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The Impact of the Fungal Priority Pathogens List on Medical Mycology: A Northern European Perspective

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Fungal infections affect over a billion people worldwide but are often overlooked in healthcare. The World Health Organization recently created a priority list of dangerous fungi to help doctors and researchers focus their efforts. This review discusses how this list can improve diagnosis, testing, and treatment of fungal infections across Europe, while also highlighting the need for better training and awareness among healthcare workers.

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