Fungal diseases and antifungal resistance are both increasing worldwide. Misdiagnosis is common.
Find a list of fungal diseases and navigate to their sites for more information.
Risk Factors for Fungal Diseases
Some medical conditions and treatments increase risk for fungal diseases.
Climate change may impact how and where fungi live and the scope of fungal infections.
Professionals
Guidance for Investigating Fungal Disease Outbreaks
Guidance for reporting fungal disease outbreaks, requesting CDC assistance, and response resources.
Find lab protocols for fungal diagnostics and testing and submit specimens.
FungiNet is a network for molecular surveillance and genomic epidemiology for fungal diseases.
Fungal disease resources
Communication and Educational Materials
Find and download social media graphics, fact sheets, infographics, and animated videos.
Join CDC each September for Fungal Disease Awareness Week (FDAW). Think fungus to save lives.
Webinars, Podcasts, and Clinical Tools
Access webinars and podcasts featuring world experts in fungal diseases and find clinical resources.