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What to know about the drug-resistant fungus spreading through Michigan hospitals - WILX

Published by WILX-TV By Jaden Hawkins · 8 August 2026 at 02:08
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What to know about the drug-resistant fungus spreading through Michigan hospitals - WILX
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Candida auris is a type of yeast that can spread on surfaces such as bedrails and doorknobs in healthcare settings. According to the CDC, infections can range from those affecting the skin to severe, life-threatening bloodstream infections.

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