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"Fungal diseases are an increasing public health concern, with common infections — such as Candida, which causes oral and vaginal thrush — growing increasingly resistant to treatment," WHO said.

Hospitals are seeing an increase in Candida auris cases, putting more strain on healthcare systems to protect patients.

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