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Invasive Fungal Infections Can Lead to Sepsis—And Have a High Mortality Rate

Posted on September 24, 2019February 25, 2020Reading Time: 2 minutes

Invasive Candida infections are associated with a high mortality rate. Early diagnosis of invasive candidiasis (a serious Candida infection in the blood or internal organs) is critical in order to initiate antifungal treatment promptly.

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Antibiotic Resistance Can Make It Difficult to Treat Bacterial Infections that Cause Sepsis

Posted on September 19, 2019February 25, 2020Reading Time: 3 minutes

Bacterial infections can develop in several ways, including from open wounds, surgical wounds, burns, consuming contaminated food or beverages, and breathing airborne bacteria.

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The Cost of Sepsis in Lives and Dollars

Posted on September 5, 2019September 28, 2020Reading Time: 3 minutes

Over 270,000 lives are lost to sepsis each year in the United States. Prevention and early recognition of sepsis are of paramount importance in improving mortality rates.

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Rapid Multiplex PCR Testing Detects Six Separate Pathogens in a Young Cystic Fibrosis Patient

Posted on December 13, 2018February 25, 2020Reading Time: 3 minutes

CF patients are extremely vulnerable to a variety of pathogens, but it’s highly unusual to see a polyclonal infection involving 6 separate species.

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World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2020 Toolkit

November 23, 2020

Each year, healthcare organizations, schools, governments, companies, and communities around...

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COVID-19 and Antimicrobial Resistance: Dual Health Threats

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