When Antibiotics Cause Harm:  C. difficile

Clostridioides difficile (also known as C. diff or CDI) can cause deadly diarrhea. It is the most common healthcare-associated infection in the United States and rates of infections are rising globally. In this episode, we hear how a young Mom was impacted by the disease, how leading healthcare organizations are driving best practice guidelines, and how the US CDC is tracking this superbug.

Learn more about our guests this episode:

• Christina Fuhrman
• Cliff McDonald
• Libby Dodds Ashley

This podcast is co-created by CIDRAP-ASP and the Antimicrobial Resistance Fighter Coalition (ARFC).

Theme music

• Artist: Derek Sandbeck
• Song Title: Power Plugs & Superbugs