Washington state experiencing 1st known outbreak of potentially deadly fungus: Health officials

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  • Source: ABC News
  • 02/02/2024

Washington state is experiencing its first known outbreak of a potentially deadly fungus, according to public health officials.

Four patients in the last month have tested positive for Candida auris, or C. auris, Public Health - Seattle & King County said in a release.

The first case occurred in a patient who had recently been admitted to Kindred Hospital Seattle, which was identified through a proactive screening program.

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