Health & Wellness TipsSeptember 3, 2010

Spot Symptoms of Ringworm

Warning signs of the fungal infection

Ringworm is a fungal skin infection.

The University of Maryland Medical Center says these are common signs of ringworm:

Snug Shoes Can Damage Feet

Here's what you could end up with

You may sacrifice comfort for fashionable shoes, but you could be damaging your feet.

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says the following problems can result from wearing shoes that are too snug:

Keep Baby Safe Around Stairs

And help prevent falls

As babies crawl and toddlers toddle around the house, the stairs become a dangerous hazard.

The Nemours Foundation suggests how to prevent accidents involving stairs:

Understanding PCOS

Symptoms often vary

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health condition affecting women that's believed caused by a hormonal imbalance. It's characterized by numerous small cysts that develop in the ovaries, and by missed or irregular menstrual periods.

PCOS can affect a woman's ability to have children, the womenshealth.gov Web site says. While symptoms vary from woman to woman, here's a list of other potential problems that PCOS may cause:

Treating Rotavirus at Home

It's a common infection in children

By the time they reach age 5, nearly all children will have had a rotavirus infection. If severe enough, the infection can lead to severe diarrhea and dehydration.

The Nemours Foundation suggests ways to treat rotavirus infection at home: