Candida auris infections surge across U.S., Arizona sees sharp rise

Candida auris infections surge across U.S., Arizona sees sharp rise

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Arizona health officials reported a surge in drug-resistant Candida auris infections in Pima County, bringing the total number of U. S. states with confirmed cases to 27, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The CDC also said more than 4,200 infections were confirmed nationwide last year and that case numbers rose further in 2026. Earlier reports documented 13 cases in Washington state, over 500 infections in Michigan hospitals, and more than 3,400 cases across 26 states. Texas accounted for the largest share with over 700 cases, and in July the agency had recorded 3,130 cases in 23 states.

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August 12, 2026
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Candida auris Cases Rise in Arizona as Outbreak Spreads to Multiple States
Candida auris Cases Rise in Arizona as Outbreak Spreads to Multiple States

KJZZ • 12 Aug 12:00

Arizona health officials report a surge in drug-resistant Candida auris infections, with cases climbing sharply in Pima County and the pathogen now affecting 27 states nationwide.

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August 11, 2026
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CDC reports 3,437 Candida auris cases in 27 states in 2026
CDC reports 3,437 Candida auris cases in 27 states in 2026

Fox News • 11 Aug 18:23

Provisional CDC data show 3,437 clinical cases of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris across 27 U.S. states through July 25, 2026, with California accounting for the largest share.

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August 10, 2026
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Candida auris cases rise as fungus spreads to 27 U.S. states
Candida auris cases rise as fungus spreads to 27 U.S. states

FOX Weather • 10 Aug 12:10

The CDC reports over 4,200 confirmed Candida auris infections last year, with cases climbing in 2026 as the drug-resistant yeast spreads across hospitals.

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August 08, 2026
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Candida auris fungus found in 23 U.S. states, including Wisconsin
Candida auris fungus found in 23 U.S. states, including Wisconsin

Wausau Pilot & Review • 08 Aug 21:49

The drug-resistant fungus Candida auris has been reported in 23 states, with Wisconsin recording 31 provisional cases in 2026, according to health officials.

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Washington state records 13 cases of Candida auris fungus
Washington state records 13 cases of Candida auris fungus

FOX 13 Seattle • 08 Aug 18:11

The CDC reports that 13 infections of the drug-resistant yeast Candida auris have been identified in Washington, highlighting ongoing monitoring of the pathogen in health-care settings.

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August 07, 2026
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Michigan hospitals report surge in drug-resistant Candida auris cases
Michigan hospitals report surge in drug-resistant Candida auris cases

WILX • 07 Aug 23:08

More than 500 Candida auris infections have been recorded in Michigan hospitals this year, prompting health officials to emphasize strict infection-control measures while reassuring the public that the fungus remains confined to healthcare settings.

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Arizona reports 30% increase in Candida auris cases in 2026, CDC data shows
Arizona reports 30% increase in Candida auris cases in 2026, CDC data shows

AZ Family • 07 Aug 12:05

Arizona recorded 171 cases of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris year-to-date in 2026, a rise of nearly 30% from the same period in 2025, according to CDC surveillance.

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August 06, 2026
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CDC reports Candida auris cases in 26 U.S. states
CDC reports Candida auris cases in 26 U.S. states

ksnblocal4.com • 06 Aug 16:37

More than 3,400 infections with the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris have been recorded across 26 states, prompting health officials to stress screening and infection-control measures.

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CDC reports Candida auris cases in 26 U.S. states
CDC reports Candida auris cases in 26 U.S. states

WKYT • 06 Aug 16:37

More than 3,400 infections with the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris have been recorded across 26 states, prompting health officials to stress screening and infection-control measures.

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CDC reports Candida auris cases in 26 U.S. states
CDC reports Candida auris cases in 26 U.S. states

WTVG • 06 Aug 16:37

More than 3,400 infections with the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris have been recorded across 26 states, prompting health officials to stress screening and infection-control measures.

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Illinois reports over 350 cases of drug-resistant Candida auris infection
Illinois reports over 350 cases of drug-resistant Candida auris infection

NBC 5 Chicago • 06 Aug 00:43

CDC data show more than 3,000 Candida auris cases nationwide this year, with Illinois accounting for over 350, making it one of the states with the highest numbers.

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August 05, 2026
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CDC reports 3,437 Candida auris cases across 27 states as of late July
CDC reports 3,437 Candida auris cases across 27 states as of late July

Yahoo • 05 Aug 23:20

The CDC says 3,437 Candida auris infections have been identified in 27 U.S. states through the week ending July 25, a decline from the same period last year.

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CDC reports over 700 Candida auris cases in Texas, 3,130 nationwide
CDC reports over 700 Candida auris cases in Texas, 3,130 nationwide

Houston Chronicle • 05 Aug 22:59

Federal health officials say the drug-resistant yeast Candida auris has been confirmed in 23 states this year, with Texas accounting for the largest number of cases.

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CDC reports 3,130 Candida auris cases across 23 states as of July
CDC reports 3,130 Candida auris cases across 23 states as of July

ABC7 Chicago • 05 Aug 17:50

The CDC says 3,130 cases of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris have been identified in 23 U.S. states, with Texas, Michigan and Illinois reporting the highest numbers.

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CDC reports 3,130 Candida auris cases across 23 states as of July
CDC reports 3,130 Candida auris cases across 23 states as of July

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 05 Aug 16:31

The CDC says 3,130 cases of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris have been identified in 23 U.S. states, with Texas, Michigan and Illinois reporting the highest numbers.

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