A DRUG resistant form of killer fungus is rapidly spreading across the globe and becoming more infectious, scientists warn.

Medical experts are sounding the alarm because of a highly contagious, sexually transmitted ringworm caused by a rare fungus that’s been reported for the first time in the U.S. “Healthcare providers ...

Ringworm is a common fungal skin infection that spreads easily and often looks like a thin red circle on the skin. Despite the name, there are no worms involved. The condition comes from dermatophyte ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Having a circular rash can spark fears that you’ve picked up ringworm. After all, the fungal infection is ...

Ringworm has nothing to do with worms, despite its misleading name that has confused people for generations. This common fungal infection affects millions of people worldwide, creating characteristic ...

Having a circular rash can spark fears that you’ve picked up ringworm. After all, the fungal infection is notorious for causing a ring-shaped rash. But there are a lot of other circular rashes that ...

Dermatologists have discovered five cases of sexually transmitted ringworm in New York City caused by the fungus TMVII this year, the first ever detected in the United States. Reading time: Reading ...

Over-the-counter antifungal creams are effective first-line treatments for ringworm and should be used for at least two to four weeks. Antifungal sprays provide no-touch application and even coverage, ...

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 ...

Chris Olsen is clearing the air about his ringworm diagnosis. The TikToker detailed how he recently got the contagious fungal disease on his face, clarifying that ringworm "is not actually a worm" but ...