Think of your skin as a barrier. It’s typical for about 1,000 species of bacteria to live on it. Healthy skin keeps bacteria and other germs from getting inside your body. If you or your child has ...

A painful skin infection not treatable with most common antibiotics is spreading through the Los Angeles County jail system, affecting more than 1,000 inmates in the last year and causing at least 57 ...

Life behind bars — with its close contact and sharing of soap and towels — has contributed to several prison and jail outbreaks of a hard-to-treat skin infection that health officials fear could ...

MRSA is more common in healthcare settings than in the community. In either case, early treatment is important to prevent a potentially fatal infection. Share on Pinterest picture alliance/Getty ...

It isn’t just about popping, there is a certain procedure that needs to be followed in order to minimize scarring and prevent other infections (Shutterstock) Boils are generally not considered high ...

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Dongguk Lee] Boils are something anyone can experience at least once, but if taken lightly and neglected, they can lead to complications or even ...

Historically, HS has been poorly recognised. Its variable symptoms and the embarrassment and stigma that often surrounds skin ...

The skin on our feet often gets neglected, yet it endures various issues daily due to exposure to dirt, sweat, and tight footwear. Common ailments include fungal infections, unpleasant odors, toe ...

The skin on the back of the neck by the hairline comes into contact with many things that can irritate it. As a result, lumps, bumps, and other skin concerns are relatively common here. A lump can be ...