India: Dirty oxygen cylinders, ventilators behind ‘black fungus’?

Experts say unsanitary conditions could increase the risk of developing the infection, but opinions are divided.

A rapid rise in cases of mucormycosis, also known as “black fungus”, has added to the challenges faced by India’s healthcare system as it deals with a massive second wave of COVID-19 infections. Read on for information about mucormycosis, opinions from health experts and the scientific evidence behind what could be driving the recent rise in cases.