Deadly fungus spreads in N.J. with more than 100 confirmed cases
December 03, 2019
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A deadly drug-resistant fungus is spreading in New Jersey.
Candida auris, which is typically found in healthcare facilities that take care of patients with ventilators like hospitals and nursing homes, is causing serious infections across the United States, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.