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2 more tuberculosis cases confirmed in Edmonton's inner-city outbreak

An outbreak of tuberculosis that has been spreading among people experiencing homelessness in Edmonton’s downtown core for nearly a year has left two more people fighting the disease.

2 more tuberculosis cases confirmed in Edmonton's inner-city outbreak

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Candida auris Persists in Hair Follicles, Hijacks Immune Signaling

Drug-resistant Candida auris was found to persist in hair follicles by exposing chitin, triggering interferon-γ that suppresses skin defenses and creates a niche for fungal colonization.

  • Candida auris persists in hair follicles, evading immune clearance
  • Fungus binds directly to hair follicles, hijacking immune signaling
  • Interferon gamma signals diminish IL-17-driven skin defense mechanisms