Every year, more than one million people die from fungal infections globally. Despite this, there are no vaccines available. Dr Berit Muller-Pebody, from Public Health England, said: "This species of Candida is emerging globally. Those with compromised immune symptoms are particularly susceptible to more serious fungal infections, with a new strain of Candida auris, a potentially serious fungal infection, currently affecting 40 patients in a south-east England hospital. The fungus is known for its ability to cause skin and soft tissue infections.
Every year, more than one million people die from fungal infections globally. Despite this, there are no vaccines available. Those with compromised immune symptoms are particularly susceptible to more serious fungal infections, with a new strain of Candida auris, a potentially serious fungal infection, currently affecting 40 patients in a south-east England hospital. The fungus is known for its ability to cause skin and soft tissue infections.