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Fungal diseases as neglected pathogens: A wake-up call to public health officials

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The invasive diseases caused by fungi, the so-called systemic mycoses, profoundly impact human health [ ]the Global Action Fund for Fungal Infections (GAFFI) also highlights the devastating impact of focal… Click to show full abstract

The invasive diseases caused by fungi, the so-called systemic mycoses, profoundly impact human health [ ]the Global Action Fund for Fungal Infections (GAFFI) also highlights the devastating impact of focal fungal diseases in individuals who often have intact immune systems According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), fungi are among the leading causes of opportunistic infections affecting patients with HIV/AIDS [16] [ ]they afflict the poorest people without access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and basic health services [ ]neglected tropical diseases can cause severe pain and disability throughout life, with long-term consequences for patients and families of the affected person

Keywords: diseases neglected; fungal diseases; wake call; pathogens wake; neglected pathogens; health

Journal Title: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Year Published: 2020

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