Why Candida auris Is Hard to Control (And What It Means) Candida auris is hard to control because it colonizes human skin without symptoms, persists for weeks on hospital surfaces and equipment, resists multiple antifungal drug classes, and is frequently misidentified by routine lab tests. These features enable silent spread in healthcare facilities, delayed effective therapy, and outbreaks that are difficult to stop. Containment requires targeted screening, strict infection prevention, reliable diagnostics, and careful use of limited antifungal options.

This stealthy fungus sticks to skin, lingers on surfaces, and shrugs off meds—no wonder outbreaks are tough to stop. What makes Candida auris different, and how can hospitals fight back? Have you seen new screening protocols? #AntifungalResistance #CandidaAuris #Diagnostics #HospitalInfections…

Better cleaning of hospital equipment could cut patient infections by one-third – and save money A new study has found improving cleaning practices in hospital could make a big difference. Here’s what the researchers did.

Why are we still underestimating the power of a clean surface?
Research confirms that better cleaning of shared hospital equipment can reduce infections by 33%—and save money.
Clean is safe.

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