A ONCE-RARE genital super-fungus that can only be killed off with a ‘toxic’ treatment is now spreading at pace among families ...

You notice a scaly, itchy rash on your skin and immediately start wondering what’s causing it. Two common culprits that can look surprisingly similar are psoriasis and ringworm, but getting the right ...

Pets can carry a variety of diseases. Some of these are transferable to their owners. Know which ones those are to stay healthy and safe.

A 'super fungus' that causes nasty sores across the groin and buttocks is now spreading in the UK, experts have said, with ...

Ringworm is an infection that many cat owners may be familiar with, either through experience or word of mouth. Contrary to its misleading name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but rather by a group ...

A rare fungus recently caused the first-ever U.S. case of sexually transmitted ringworm. Reported in JAMA Dermatology on Wednesday, a new study helmed by doctors from NYU Langone Health revealed the ...

A case of ringworm found on someone’s forearm. Photo: Asurnipal/Wikimedia Commons Why it happens: Ringworm (tinea) isn’t actually caused by a worm at all. It’s instead a broad term for common fungal ...

Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal infection, not a parasite. The fungus can infect other pets and people (zoonotic) in the household. Effective treatment requires a three-part strategy: oral ...