ECDC: On Air - Episode 66 - Diamantis Plachouras - The Silent Spread - Europe's C. auris Challenge
In this episode, we talk to ECDC's Head of Section - Antimicrobial Resistance and Healthcare-Associated Infections - Dr Diamantis Plachouras, who explains the rising threat of the drug-resistant fungus Candidozyma (Candida) auris.
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Surveillance and monitoring
Survey on the epidemiological situation, laboratory capacity and preparedness for Candidozyma (Candida) auris, 2024
Candidozyma auris is rapidly spreading across European healthcare systems, causing severe infections and showing resistance to antifungal treatments. The 2024 survey highlights rising case numbers, regional endemicity, and urgent gaps in surveillance and infection control preparedness.
