Candida auris Rising in Michigan | Detroit News

Michigan’s facing a growing fungal threat: Candida auris, a super-resistant fungus that thrives in hospitals and nursing homes, silently colonizes patients and can be deadly for those with weakened immune systems. With over 500 confirmed cases by mid-July — one of the highest in the nation — experts warn it’s tough to eradicate and often ignores standard antifungal drugs. But there’s silver lining: Cyclospora cases are dropping, easing some public health alarm. For now, healthy folks don’t need to panic — the real focus is protecting vulnerable populations and stopping its spread in healthcare settings. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8e15e19f13ceeb6e