Pan-resistant C auris Identified in New York Pan-resistant C auris Identified in New York
A candida isolate resistant to three major antifungal classes has been identified in New York, according to a report from the CDC.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Internal Medicine Headlines)
Source: Medscape Internal Medicine Headlines - January 14, 2020 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Infectious Diseases News Source Type: news

Candida auris Isolates Resistant to Three Classes of Antifungal Medications --- New York, 2019
Although rare, Candida auris resistant to all three classes of commonly used antifungal drugs was identified in three patients in New York. CDC considers C. auris an urgent threat, the highest category of concern. (Source: CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report)
Source: CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report - January 9, 2020 Category: American Health Tags: Antibiotic and Antimicrobial Resistance Emerging Infectious Diseases MMWR Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report Candida auris Source Type: news

Systematic Review The effect of overnight storage conditions on complete denture colonization by Candida albicans and dimensional stability: A systematic review
ConclusionsCleaning of dentures before overnight storage helps reduceC. albicans colonization. If the dentures are not cleaned, the use of an alkaline peroxide –based cleaning tablet should be considered. Alternately, overnight dry storage is an option for reducingC. albicans colonization, with clinically insignificant changes to the dimensions of the complete denture. Storing dentures in water alone may promoteC. albicans colonization. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 26, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Can a Breakthrough Medical Device Reduce the Risk of Hospital-Associated  Infections?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently identified medical devices used in the ICU as a major source of antibiotic-resistant infections. N8 Medical’s CeraShield technology may help reduce such infections by preventing fouling and formation of bacterial and fungal biofilms on device surfaces. FDA has designated the company’s CeraShield Endotracheal Tube (ETT) as a “breakthrough” device, pursuant to the 21st Century Cures Act based on its potential life-saving properties. And N8 reported that ...
Source: MDDI - December 9, 2019 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Susan Shepard Tags: Materials Source Type: news

Deadly drug-resistant fungus infects 140 in New Jersey
A total of 141 people have been infected with the drug-resistant Candida auris and 22 other patients probably have it, the state's department of health confirmed today. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - December 4, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Impact of caffeine on metabolic activity and biofilm formation of Candida albicans on acrylic denture resin in the presence of nicotine
ConclusionsThe presence of 8 mg/mL of nicotine alone increased the metabolic activity and biofilm formation ofC. albicans. In the presence of 8 mg/mL of nicotine with different caffeine concentrations, the results suggest that, overall, caffeine at higher concentrations (16 and 32 mg/mL) inhibited the metabolic activity and biofilm formation ofC. albicans on acrylic denture resin most. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - November 18, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Every 15 Minutes, Someone In The US Dies Of A Drug-Resistant Superbug
(CNN) — Every 15 minutes, someone in the United States dies of a superbug that has learned to outsmart even our most sophisticated antibiotics, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s about 35,000 deaths each year from drug-resistant infections, according to the landmark report. The report places five drug-resistant superbugs on the CDC’s “urgent threat” list — two more germs than were on the CDC’s list in 2013, the last time the agency issued a report on antibiotic resistance. Genetic research shows germs have become especially adep...
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - November 16, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Health – CBS Boston Tags: Boston News Featured Health Antibiotics Bacteria CNN Superbugs Source Type: news

Antibiotic-Resistant ‘ Superbugs ’ A Growing Health Crisis, New Report Finds
By Elizabeth Cohen and Nadia Kounang, CNN (CNN) — Every 15 minutes, someone in the United States dies of a superbug that has learned to outsmart even our most sophisticated antibiotics, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s about 35,000 deaths each year from drug-resistant infections, according to the landmark report. The report places five drug-resistant superbugs on the CDC’s “urgent threat” list — two more germs than were on the CDC’s list in 2013, the last time the agency issued a report on antibiotic resistance. Genetic rese...
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - November 14, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Health – CBS Boston Tags: Health News Syndicated CBSN Boston Antibiotics CNN Source Type: news

New York Identifies Hospitals and Nursing Homes With Deadly Fungus
The policy change, for the virulent drug-resistant germ Candida auris, came as the C.D.C. reported that more people are dying of drug-resistant infections than it previously estimated. (Source: NYT)
Source: NYT - November 13, 2019 Category: American Health Authors: Matt Richtel and Andrew Jacobs Tags: Drug Resistance (Microbial) Candida Auris (Fungus) Antibiotics Infections Hospitals Nursing Homes Medicine and Health States (US) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention New York State Source Type: news

Medical News Today: What to know about breast yeast infection
A yeast infection occurs when there is a Candida yeast overgrowth. This infection can affect many parts of the body, including the breasts. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 6, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses Source Type: news

Medical News Today: What to know about anal yeast infection
An anal yeast infection occurs when there is an overgrowth in concentrations of Candida in the anus. Read this article to learn more about the symptoms, causes, treatments, and risk factors associated with anal yeast infections. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 6, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses Source Type: news

Medical News Today: Can apple cider vinegar help treat Candida?
This article discusses the research behind the claims. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 1, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses Source Type: news

Medical News Today: Can diet help with candida infections?
The candida diet involves avoiding foods that may promote the growth of Candida yeast in the body, such as sugars, gluten, and some dairy products. In this article, we look at how to follow this diet and whether it is effective. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 25, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses Source Type: news

Successful Treatment of Two Patients with Candida auris Candidemia with the Investigational Agent, Oral Ibrexafungerp (formerly SCY ‐078), from the CARES Study
Successful Treatment of Two Patients with Candida auris Candidemia with the Investigational Agent, Oral Ibrexafungerp (formerly SCY ‐078), from the CARES StudyConference abstracts (Source: The Aspergillus Website - updates)
Source: The Aspergillus Website - updates - October 10, 2019 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: MeganB Source Type: news

Specialist Care Crucial for Hospital Patients With Fungal Infections
THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2019 -- Among hospitalized patients, infections with the fungus Candida are common and deadly. In the United States, 25,000 cases occur each year, and nearly 45% of infected patients die. But a new study reports that the death... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - October 3, 2019 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news