The fungus behind yeast infections is a mercurial beast, and there's something specific in human blood that may flip its ...

The human skin hosts a multitude of microorganisms, including fungi that could play a key role in our health. A recent study reveals how a common yeast produces substances capable of combating ...

The yeast has evolved to live on mammalian skin, so much so that it can't make fatty acids without the lipids—oils and fats—secreted by the skin. Despite the abundance of Malassezia found on ...

Yeast infections are one of the most common causes of vaginal symptoms such as skin peeling. This condition can be treated with over-the-counter medications designed for this purpose, such as ...