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Texas Leads in Dangerous Fungal Outbreak | San Antonio News
Texas is now the epicenter of a deadly, drug-resistant fungal outbreak — Candida auris — with over 700 cases reported this year alone, making it the state with the highest burden in the nation. This dangerous pathogen, first identified in 2009, thrives in hospitals and nursing homes, especially under warm, humid conditions that are becoming more common as Texas heads into summer. Vulnerable populations — including the elderly, young children, and immunocompromised patients — face the greatest risk. Experts stress prevention: rigorous handwashing, surface disinfection, and strict infection…
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