10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Antifungal Resistance is a growing concern in the realm of antimicrobials, posing a significant threat to public health worldwide. Fungi, much like bacteria, can develop resistance to antifungal medications over time, making infections harder to treat. The misuse and overuse of antifungal drugs, coupled with factors such as incomplete treatment courses and suboptimal dosages, contribute to the emergence of resistant strains. As antifungal resistance escalates, the medical community faces challenges in effectively combating invasive fungal infections. Candida and Aspergillus species, among others, have exhibited varying degrees of resistance, complicating the treatment landscape. This phenomenon jeopardizes the success of antifungal therapies, leading to prolonged illnesses, increased healthcare costs, and a higher risk of mortality. Efforts to address antifungal resistance involve surveillance programs, research into novel antifungal agents, and improved diagnostics. Collaboration between healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers is crucial to implementing strategies that mitigate the impact of antifungal resistance and safeguard the effectiveness of existing treatments.
Title : Molecular crosstalk between the host and pathogen in Streptococcus pyogenes virulence
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Title : Phenotypic characterisation of non tuberculous mycobacterium species isolated from clinical specimens
Anant Marathe, Parul Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Parul University, India
Title : An unprecedented West Nile virus outbreak in Israel (2024): A textbook case for the One Health approach
Michel Bellaiche, Kimron Veterinary Institute, Israel
Title : Changing population immunity to COVID-19 in the context of infection, vaccination and emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants
Ranjan Ramasamy, IDFISH Technology, United States
Title : Candida auris infections are global health challenge
Reza Nassiri, Michigan State University, United States
Title : Host brakes on viral inflammation
Saurabh Chattopadhyay, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States