A deadly, drug-resistant hospital fungus may finally have a weakness—and scientists think they’ve found it.

Scientists have discovered a genetic process which could unlock new ways to treat a mysterious and deadly fungal infection ...

Antibiotics are a well-known risk factor for invasive candidiasis, particularly among hospitalised patients given antibiotics to prevent sepsis and other nosocomial bacterial infections. However the ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an antifungal drug to help patients with limited or no other treatment options. The drug, developed by Cidara Therapeutics and Melinta Therapeutics ...

Mucormycosis or ‘black fungus’, is a fungal infection affecting the sinuses, lungs, brain, and skin. The fungal infection is rare but can be fatal for those with a weakened immune system. Those that ...

We explore the disconnect between mycological cure and cosmetic recovery in Tinea Versicolor, focusing on managing patient ...

Candida auris, a deadly fungal infection that is resistant to drugs, has spread through U.S. health care facilities at "an alarming rate" in recent years, a new U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...

Explore how climate change increases vaginal yeast infections in India, highlighting the importance of hygiene, treatment, ...

There's a potentially troubling fungal skin infection with a case detected in New York City to be aware of as we gather to celebrate Pride Month and the warm summer weather. According to experts, ...

Signs that your toenail fungus is dying include reduced discoloration, the nail texture returning to normal, and fresh, healthy nail growth. Toenail fungus (onychomycosis) infections are typically ...

Toenail fungus might start as a mere cosmetic concern, but this persistent infection can develop into a painful, embarrassing condition when left untreated. Known medically as onychomycosis, fungal ...