Fungus is commonly found in our environment and mostly seen in the soil in many parts of the world in various forms. Recently, a particular fungus called the black fungus has hit the news due to the Covid-19 pandemic. To the naked eye, its manifestation looks black, hence why it is commonly known as black fungus. There has been a surge of reported cases in India, particularly during the country’s current wave of Covid-19 cases. The numbers currently being seen in India are worrying and the potential to have an increase in black fungus cases in Malaysia is possible.

Source: The Star July 13, 2021 05:00 UTC