Alarming Surge Doubles Fungal Deaths: 3.8 Million Lives Claimed Annually, Study Reveals

By Karmactive STaff Photo Source: University of Manchester

The number of fungal deaths worldwide has doubled in the last ten years to 3.8 million each year

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The deadly fungus Aspergillus and Candida are a key cause of this increase

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Diagnostic lapses make the situation worse, especially in low-income nations

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Similar to antibiotic resistance, antifungal resistance exacerbates the problem

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Fungal diseases claim more lives annually than malaria and tuberculosis

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Candida infections are quite dangerous, especially in environments where critical care is provided

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Mucormycosis and other fungal illnesses increased during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Influenza sufferers' mortality is markedly increased by Aspergillus infections

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The lack of fungal vaccinations highlights the need for better diagnostic tools

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