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Category: Identifying Infections

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Ringworm

What is it? Ringworm is caused by a fungal infection of the skin or hair follicles.   What are the symptoms? The symptoms of ringworm often depend on which part of the body is infected, although they generally include the following   Having itchy skin Rash in the shape of...

Athletes foot

What is it?    Athletes foot, or tinea pedis, is a fungal infection of the skin of the feet. Infection can occur anywhere on the feet, but tinea pedis usually occurs between the toes.   What are the symptoms?    Signs and symptoms may include   Scaly, peeling, or cracked...

Oral Thrush

What is it?   Oral thrush, also known as oral candidiasis, is an infection of the mouth caused by a yeast fungal infection.    What are the symptoms?   Symptoms of oral thrush can make eating and drinking difficult.   White patches (plaques)  Unpleasant taste  Loss of taste Soreness or burning in...

Kidney Infection

What is it? Kidney infections are a type of urinary tract infection (UTI). A kidney infection can start in the tube that transports urine from the body (urethra) or within the bladder. One or both kidneys can be affected by the infection. Pyelonephritis is another name for kidney infection.  ...

Pneumonia Prevention

Pneumonia can be Prevented Yes, both infectious pneumonia and aspiration pneumonia can be prevented. Infectious Pneumonia Viruses such as COVID-19, flu and RSV, or a cold can lead to pneumonia, so having the recommended vaccinations and using standard and transmission-based precautions can help prevent pneumonia.  All residents and employees should...

Scabies

What is it?  Scabies is a condition where tiny mites burrow under the skin and lay eggs. New mites hatch from the eggs and can spread to other parts of the skin, causing skin infestation.  It can take 4-6 weeks for the skin to react, and scabies mites can live...