A deeper look at why ringworm requires a full-scale assault, not just a tube of cream, and why it’s not just a simple skin ...

Eighteen bat houses in southern Alberta have been sprayed with a probiotic cocktail, aimed at preventing white-nose syndrome ...

An invasive fungus that colonizes the skin of hibernating bats with deadly consequences is a stealthy invader that uses multiple strategies to slip into the small mammals' skin cells and quietly ...

Symptoms of fungal skin infections can vary depending on the type of fungus, your immune system’s response, and other factors. Possible symptoms include: Red, swollen, or bumpy skin [1] ...

The fungi within our bodies may have a much greater effect on our health than we've long given them credit for.

Summer puts extra demands on our feet as we take mountain hikes, stroll ocean beaches, explore vacation spots or just go ...

A local Topeka couple spotted a bizarre-looking animal on their property near Lake Shawnee last weekend. Jenny Brown told 27 ...

Remember, while foot fungus might seem like a minor annoyance, its ability to spread makes early intervention crucial. Following medical experts’ advice helps protect your entire body from this ...

A common skin fungus, Malassezia globosa may invade deep tissues through the skin or by other means, then cause tumor growth, according to a new study. The study results were reported in mBio, an ...

Chytridiomycosis kills because skin is an integral part of a frog’s cardiovascular system. When chytrid fungus colonizes the skin, electrolytes can’t get absorbed.

A fungal pathogen has rendered the Southern corroboree frog functionally extinct. Can genomics technologies pull the species back from the brink?