Ringworm is an infection that many cat owners may be familiar with, either through experience or word of mouth. Contrary to its misleading name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but rather by a group ...

Ringworm might sound like something out of a bygone era, but it’s making a modern comeback across the UK. An estimated 10% to 20% of people will contract the fungal infection at some point in their ...

Share on Pinterest The first case of a sexually transmitted form of ringworm has been reported in the United States. Bevan Goldswain/Getty Images Trichophyton mentagrophytes is a fungus that causes ...

Renée Fabian is Lead Editor for Pet Health at Forbes Advisor. She has over 10 years experience as a journalist and editor covering pet and human health topics. Renée previously worked as senior pet ...