Map Shows Where Candida Auris Fungus Outbreak Is Most Severe
Summary
A drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris is spreading in at least 27 U.S. states this year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report over 3,400 cases through July 25, mainly affecting patients in hospitals and nursing homes where the fungus can be hard to treat and spreads easily.Key Facts
- Candida auris is a drug-resistant fungus causing serious infections, especially in people with weak immune systems or medical devices.
- It was first identified in 2009 and has been rising in the U.S. since 2013.
- The CDC reports 6,304 cases nationwide in 2024, with 3,437 cases in 27 states reported so far this year.
- The fungus spreads mainly in healthcare settings like hospitals and nursing homes through contaminated surfaces and equipment.
- California has the highest number of cases (873), followed by Texas (433).
- Candida auris can survive on surfaces for weeks, making it easy to spread between patients.
- Most healthy people are at low risk of infection, but it is a serious threat for medically vulnerable patients.
- The CDC calls Candida auris an urgent public health threat and works to reduce its spread in healthcare facilities.
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