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Athlete's Foot
Lifestyle
New Year, New You? Here's How To Stay Healthy When Hitting The Gym
There’s nothing more aggravating than getting sick while trying to stay healthy. “Common infections to be aware of are skin and soft-tissue infections caused by MRSA or other bacteria; plantar warts caused by viruses like HPV; and fungal skin infections, like athlete’s foot or ringworm,” said Dr. Donald Chen, hospital epidemiologist at Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. “These are spread by contact with a surface harboring the organisms: gym equipment, gym benches, locker-room floors, shower floors or shared surfaces.” In w…