(Gizmodo) – The global burden of Candida auris has been increasing since its discovery in 2009, a new review finds.

A deadly, drug-resistant fungus is extending its tendrils around the world. Research out this month finds that the public health threat of Candida auris has steadily climbed over time.

Researchers reviewed the scientific literature on C. auris, which was only discovered in 2009. Since then, outbreaks of the fungus have been reported across the globe, including in the U.S. The infection is often mistaken for other germs and is hard to treat with existing drugs, the researchers add, further raising its danger. (Read More)