Aspergillus is a fungus that is commonly found in the environment, both indoors and outdoors. This fungus species can cause ...

Aspergillus is a fungus that is commonly found in the environment, both indoors and outdoors. This fungus species can cause ...

Treating fungal infections is increasingly complicated due to resistance. Azole antifungals, frontline drugs used for treating aspergillosis, closely resemble agricultural fungicides.

MISSOULA, Mont. — Health officials in Montana confirmed the state's first-ever case of the fungal infection Candida auris this week. The fungal infection is multidrug resistant and is most often ...

Dangerous fungal infections that kill millions are becoming more common as the planet warms, and treatment options are few and far between.

business Health Care Once-rare fungal diseases are killing millions in an unprepared world An estimated 6.5 million people develop invasive fungal infections each year.

In light of Pope Francis’ latest diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious disease due to respiratory infections.

LONDON (AP) — Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Officials said the 88-year-old ...

ROME — Pope Francis’ respiratory tract infection is presenting a “complex clinical picture” that will require further hospitalization, the Vatican said Monday as concerns grew about the ...

What is a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection? Essentially, it means there’s a mix of bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites growing in someone’s lungs.