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 ...

We've all heard of Vermont's state mushroom: the bear's head tooth. But are you familiar with these three fungi species ...

Fungal infections are often on a rise during monsoon, and can damage skin, nails, and scalp if not treated. Dermatologist ...

Current research shows that dandruff is caused by a scalp fungus that creates excess skin-cell turnover. As the skin is sloughed off, those fine white flakes start to appear on your shoulders.

This image provided by Nicole Gauthier shows a colonization of Fusarium head blight, a costly fungal disease, growing on field-grown hemp in Kentucky on Sept. 29, 2020. Credit: AP ...

Every now and then the Mystery Plant column features something that isn’t exactly a plant. Like this time. I think it’s pretty easy to recognize that this thing is some sort of a fungus, Bear ...

Like head lice, ringworm typically spreads through direct contact with an infected person. Unlike head lice, ringworm is caused by a fungus and isn’t related to an insect at all. ...

Scalp fungus, or tinea capitis, is a type of fungal infection that affects your skin and hair. It won’t turn you into a zombie, but it can alter your appearance.

Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. Common Types of Scalp Fungi & How to Treat Them Skip to main content ...