Cats are an essential part of our lives, and they make for great pets. But, as with all creatures, they are prone to illness, and one of the most common afflictions that affect cats is ringworm. The ...

Ringworm, despite its name, is not caused by a worm but by a fungus that can infect the skin, hair, and nails. This common condition is characterised by a red, itchy, circular rash with ...

The CDC last week issued an alert about a new variant of a genital fungal infection detected in New York City. It’s called tinea, also known as ringworm (or “jock itch” if it’s in the groin area).