Summer wave of Covid to hit one group hardest in ‘worrying’ development

Summer wave of Covid to hit one group hardest in ‘worrying’ development

A “worrying” summer wave of Covid-19 driven by a new variant is building, experts have warned. The most elderly are seeing the highest rates as the “FLiRT” (Fresh Lineage of Rapid Transmission) variants set in, with hospital admission rates suggesting infections are growing. In the week ending June 16, the number of people hospitalised with … Read more

Silent killer fungal infection spreading ‘rapidly’ through US

Silent killer fungal infection spreading ‘rapidly’ through US

A deadly fungal infection called Candida auris, with a death rate of 60 percent, is spreading rapidly across the US. It comes as Washington confirmed its first cases last month. Doctors have warned that this rare fungal infection is resistant to drugs, has a high fatality rate and spreads easily in medical facilities. The Centers … Read more