A drug-resistant fungus, C. auris, is rapidly spreading in European hospitals, posing a serious threat to already-sick patients. Over 4,000 cases have been reported from 2013 to 2023, with significant increases in infections. Key countries affected include Spain, Greece, Italy, Romania, and Germany. The ECDC emphasizes the need for improved surveillance and control measures, as the fungus is difficult to manage and often underreported. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)