A Pragmatic Approach to Investigating Nosocomial Acquisition of Rare and Emerging Molds.

High-mortality outbreaks of rare and emerging molds in hospitals require a systematic approach for investigation and prevention, especially given their unique environmental niches and unknown incubation periods.

• Why it matters: Understanding and controlling these infections is critical because they cause severe disease in immunosuppressed patients, with limited guidance on outbreak management and environmental assessment.
• What they did: The authors reviewed existing outbreak data and proposed a set of actions, emphasizing surveillance, environmental source identification, and coordinated responses to manage nosocomial mold infections.
• The result: Implementing these strategies can improve outbreak detection and control, ultimately reducing high mortality rates and enhancing infection prevention in healthcare settings.