Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...

A dermatologist an hair surgeon break down the most common causes. Skin conditions run the gamut from the benign to the more serious. A bump on the scalp could be completely harmless, indicative of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." So many of us spend countless hours of our life worrying over the state of our hair. Is it too dry, ...

Title:Nhlanhla Mofokeng Caption: Nhlanhla Mofokeng has urged parents to take scalp ringworm seriously. Photo: Nhlanhla Mofokeng Description: Woman balancing on a table with her arms crossed. Duduza- ...

A hair and skin specialist claims chilly Brits are putting themselves at risk of hair loss and a nasty scalp fungus by sharing winter hats. Many people don't think twice about pulling on someone ...

The infection resembles conditions such as dandruff, alopecia, eczema or psoriasis - but is highly contagious BRITS need to think twice about sharing hats this winter, an expert has warned. They could ...

A skin and hair expert today sounded the alarm over the risk of catching ringworm this winter—which may lead to baldness. Cases of the contagious skin fungus that can cause disfigurement, jumped ...