Tuesday, August 26, 2014

10 Tips for Fighting Fungal Infections


Fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot, ringworm and jock itch, can be spread very easily from person to person, making them a challenge for long-term care and other healthcare settings. Below, we’ve assembled 10 strategies to help you fight back against fungal infections and the itching, cracking and other bothersome side effects they bring.

  1. Advise residents to not share towels, combs or other personal items. 
  2. Keep common areas clean. 
  3. Encourage residents to wash their hands frequently. 
  4. Apply an antifungal power or cream to residents after bathing, paying close attention to folds of skin where moisture might collect. 
  5. To avoid contracting athlete’s foot, wash residents’ feet daily, dry them well and put on clean socks.
  6. Encourage residents to remove their shoes while relaxing to expose their feet to air. 
  7. Ask residents to wear waterproof sandals or “shower shoes” in communal bathing areas. 
  8. Keep residents’ groin areas clean and dry, especially in warmer weather.
  9. If residents are sweaty following an activity or outing, help them change into dry, clean clothes and underwear. 
  10. Talk to residents and their family members about avoiding tight clothing and fabrics that do not “breathe.”

Professional Medical stocks a number of antifungal products that can help keep your residents comfortable and protected. To learn more, contact your ProMed territory manager, give us a call at (800) 648-5190 or visit us online at promedsupply.com.

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