An Indian farmer became the first victim of the rare fungal ailment known as Silver Leaf disease, which is known to be fatal for plants, generating a major panic.The 61-year-old Indian farmer who apparently produced mushrooms asked for help after three months of exhibiting flu-like symptoms and swallowing difficulties, according to reports.
It follows a warning from US health authorities last week about the Candida auris fungus, which noted that the disease has tripled in recent years and grown resistant to numerous drugs. The disease, which may kill up to 60% of individuals it infects, can also kill 60% of those who contract it. The WHO received the case papers from the doctors treating the patient, and that is likely where the news first surfaced. It found out that the patient's early scans had indicated a windpipe infection.
