This presentation addresses the significance and ongoing threat of Candida auris not only in corrections but in the U. S. as a whole. Candida auris is a yeast that manifests clinically as an extreme drug-resistant organism. Implementing a successful Candida auris mitigation program requires correctional health care delivery systems to be nimble, transparent, and willing to think outside the box. This presentation will discuss our experience with Candida auris highlighting modes of transmission, infection control, and ongoing challenges.

Educational Objectives

• Recognize the significance of Candida auris
• Review various routes of transmission and infection control measures for prevention of Candida auris
• Discuss how to develop, implement, and monitor a Candida auris management plan in a prison or jail.

Level:Basic