NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 2, 2026Hillsborough
CDC reports Candida auris fungus spread to 23 states in 2026
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is currently present in 23 states. Despite ongoing containment efforts, the fungus continues to spread throughout the country in 2026.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
The presence of this fungus in 23 states indicates a continued public health challenge for healthcare facilities and patients across the U.S. in 2026.
Key Facts
- The CDC confirmed Candida auris has spread to 23 states as of 2026.
- Candida auris is characterized as a drug-resistant and deadly fungus.
- Containment efforts are currently ongoing but have not yet stopped the spread of the fungus.
Who's Mentioned
organizationCenters for Disease Control and Prevention“The federal agency tracking and reporting on the spread of Candida auris.”locationMichigan“State with 503 reported cases.”personMelissa Nolan“Assistant professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of South”organizationUniversity of South Carolina“Academic institution affiliated with expert Melissa Nolan.”locationTexas“State with over 700 reported cases as of mid-July 2026.”otherCandida auris“The drug-resistant fungus identified as the subject of the report.”