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Superbug confirmed in 23 states: Where is the deadly fungus spreading in 2026?

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Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that the drug-resistant and deadly fungus Candida auris has been confirmed in 23 states in 2026. The pathogen continues to present significant challenges for containment, proving difficult to stamp out as it spreads.

The ongoing movement of the fungus highlights persistent public health concerns regarding drug-resistant pathogens and the limitations of current containment strategies.

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