Sudden explosion of dangerous fungus Candida auris may be because of climate change, scientists say

Sudden explosion of dangerous fungus Candida auris may be because of climate change, scientists say

Candida auris infections have emerged globally as public health threat in recent years, posing a particular risk in health care settings for people who already have serious medical problems. Scientists say the sudden explosion of the fungus, which was not found in humans anywhere until 2009, may be because of climate change. The fungal infections can … Read more

Our Cancers Are Filled With Fungi

Our Cancers Are Filled With Fungi

Image: Shutterstock (Shutterstock) People’s cancers are apparently playing host to their very own fungi. A pair of studies this week have documented the unique neighborhoods of fungal species that can live inside our tumors. It’s possible that these microbes may even influence how cancers grow or manage to fend off certain treatments. 01:38 Andor Episode … Read more