By Robert Herriman @infectiousdiseasenews
There has been a surge in mucormycosis cases, aka the “black fungus”, in India.
Why mucormycosis and why India? Is it linked to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Joining me today to look at this topic is Judy Stone, MD. Dr. Stone is an infectious disease specialist and a Senior contributor at Forbes.
Show notes:
What Is Behind The Deadly Rise In Mucormycosis Infections In India?
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Other podcasts with Dr. Stone:
Lassa fever: An interview with Dr Judy Stone
Infectious diseases Year-in-review 2017 with Dr Judy Stone
Vibrio vulnificus: An interview with Dr Judy Stone
mcr-1 gene: An interview with Dr Judy Stone
Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever: A conversation with Dr Judy Stone
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