Deadly Candida auris fungus rapidly spreading in the US, doubling clinical cases in 2021.Multidrug-resistant Candida auris now present in over half of US states, poses a significant public health threat.Candida auris easily spread in healthcare facilities, resistant to disinfectants, and can be carried without symptoms.Candida auris (C. auris), a type of yeast, can lead to severe illness in individuals with compromised immune systems.