Athlete’s foot, a prevalent ailment, extends beyond its apparent discomfort and unpleasant odors, offering insights into the broader realm of fungal infections. Despite its seemingly benign nature, ...

Foot fungus, also known as athlete’s foot, is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. This fungal infection primarily targets the skin on the feet, but if left untreated, it can spread ...

Toenail fungus affects millions of Americans, turning nails yellow, thick, and brittle. It's more than a cosmetic concern—left untreated, fungal infections can cause discomfort, spread to other nails, ...

A toe infection can cause symptoms like pain, swelling, and pus discharge. Fungal infections are common causes of toe problems and can spread in moist environments. People with diabetes need to check ...

(THE CONVERSATION/AP) - In late March 2023, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted the threat posed by a rapidly spreading fungus called Candida auris that is causing ...

Q: Can flip-flops protect me from foot fungus in a public shower? A: Yes. Wearing footwear probably helps. Athlete’s foot is the common name for fungal infections of the skin of the foot. The medical ...

"Killer fungus" may sound like science fiction, but fungal infections kill an estimated 1.7 million people worldwide per year -- more than tuberculosis or malaria. Now, driven by climate change, ...

In 2007, Ben Utecht won a Super Bowl game as tight end for the Indianapolis Colts. But our story starts the following season, when Utecht came down with a painful fungal foot infection. That condition ...