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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Drug-resistant fungal infection spreading in Arizona and other states
Drug-resistant fungal infection spreading in Arizona and other states

KJZZ • 12 août 12h00

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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Candida auris cases top 3,437 across 27 US states, CDC data shows
Candida auris cases top 3,437 across 27 US states, CDC data shows

Fox News • 11 août 18h23

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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10 août 2026
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Deadly fungus rapidly spreading across the U.S.
Deadly fungus rapidly spreading across the U.S.

FOX Weather • 10 août 12h10

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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8 août 2026
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resistant fungus spreads to 23 states including Wisconsin
resistant fungus spreads to 23 states including Wisconsin

Wausau Pilot & Review • 08 août 21h49

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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13 cases of new fungus in WA
13 cases of new fungus in WA

FOX 13 Seattle • 08 août 18h11

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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7 août 2026
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What to know about the drug-resistant fungus spreading through Michigan hospitals
What to know about the drug-resistant fungus spreading through Michigan hospitals

WILX • 07 août 23h08

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 sees surge in ‘Superbug’ fungus cases, CDC data shows
Arizona sees surge in ‘Superbug’ fungus cases, CDC data shows

AZ Family • 07 août 12h05

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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6 août 2026
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26 states are reporting cases of the 'Superbug' fungus, Candida auris
26 states are reporting cases of the 'Superbug' fungus, Candida auris

ksnblocal4.com • 06 août 16h37

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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26 states are reporting cases of the 'Superbug' fungus, Candida auris
26 states are reporting cases of the 'Superbug' fungus, Candida auris

WKYT • 06 août 16h37

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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26 states are reporting cases of the 'Superbug' fungus, Candida auris
26 states are reporting cases of the 'Superbug' fungus, Candida auris

WTVG • 06 août 16h37

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 among hardest hit by drug-resistant fungal infection
Illinois among hardest hit by drug-resistant fungal infection

NBC 5 Chicago • 06 août 00h43

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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5 août 2026
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Cases of potentially deadly fungus detected in 27 states. What to know
Cases of potentially deadly fungus detected in 27 states. What to know

Yahoo • 05 août 23h20

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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resistant fungus Candida auris spreads in Texas and US
resistant fungus Candida auris spreads in Texas and US

Houston Chronicle • 05 août 22h59

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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Cases of potentially deadly fungus detected in 23 states, CDC data shows. What to know
Cases of potentially deadly fungus detected in 23 states, CDC data shows. What to know

ABC7 Chicago • 05 août 17h50

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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Cases of potentially deadly fungus detected in 23 states, CDC data shows. What to know
Cases of potentially deadly fungus detected in 23 states, CDC data shows. What to know

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 05 août 16h31

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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