A new CDC report has revealed that clinical cases of Candida auris, an emerging fungus considered an urgent threat, nearly doubled in 2021. The report showed a tripling of cases resistant to echinocandins, the first-line treatment for Candida auris infections, and the director of the National Reference Centre for Invasive Fungus Infections has called the rise in cases "alarming". The CDC is urging health care providers to take steps to prevent the spread of C. auris, such as using proper infection control practices and following the CDC's recommendations for diagnosis and management.
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The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued an alert warning of the widespread threat of fentanyl mixed with xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer. According to the DEA, this combination is more potent and can cause more severe health effects than fentanyl alone. The DEA is urging the public to be aware of the dangers of fentanyl and xylazine and to seek help if they or someone they know is struggling with addiction.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a nationwide recall for certain brands of frozen organic strawberries sold at Costco, Aldi, Trader Joe’s and other stores due to possible hepatitis A contamination. Five people have been infected with hepatitis A after eating the frozen organic strawberries, and the strain of hepatitis A causing the illnesses is genetically identical to the strain found in frozen strawberries from the Scenic Fruit Company. Consumers are urged to check their freezers for any of the recalled products and to seek medical attention if they are experiencing symptoms of hepatitis A.
A new study presented at the American College of Cardiology has found that bempedoic acid, an alternative to statins, can significantly lower cholesterol and the risk of heart attacks without the severe side effects associated with statins. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that bempedoic acid reduced LDL cholesterol levels by an average of 18.9% with no serious side effects, and may be a viable option for patients who cannot or will not take statins.
Fresh Ideation Food Group LLC has recalled over 400 products due to potential Listeria contamination, including ready-to-eat sandwiches, salads, wraps, and yogurts. Eating Listeria-contaminated food can cause serious infection and health complications, and customers are advised to discard or return recalled products for a full refund. Fresh Ideation Food Group is offering a full refund to customers who have purchased any recalled products and can be contacted at 1-800-872-7279 for more information.