Research Keyword: Antifungal resistance mechanisms

China’s innovative national plan to combat fungal diseases and antifungal resistance

China has launched an ambitious national program to combat fungal diseases through a network of 868 hospitals across the country. Studies found that fungal infections are more common than previously thought, with concerning rates of drug resistance. The country is implementing surveillance systems, training healthcare workers, and carefully managing antifungal drug use to prevent further resistance development while improving patient outcomes.

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Evaluation of Antifungal Activity Against Candida albicans Isolates From HIV-Positive Patients with Oral Candidiasis in a Major Referral Hospital, West Java, Indonesia

This study examined fungal infections in HIV-positive patients’ mouths at an Indonesian hospital. Researchers identified which Candida species caused the infections and tested how well common antifungal medications worked against them. They found that while a specific antifungal drug (fluconazole) was effective in most cases, some infections showed resistance, suggesting the need for careful monitoring and personalized treatment approaches.

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