The fungus takes over cicadas’ lower halves and sex drives, fueling them to keep mating and spreading the disease in the process. That's why some scientists call them “flying salt shakers of ...

Ophiocordyceps, the fungus from 'The Last Of Us,' is real. But is it as deadly? This species of fungus, Ophiocordyceps, is known for using "mind control" on insect hosts. Humans, however, are immune.

A newly discovered species of fungus takes control of cave-dwelling spiders in Ireland and Northern Ireland, similar to the exploding zombie ant fungus that inspired The Last of Us.

At the New York Fungus Festival, mycophiles gathered to drink mushroom ale, sniff soil-scented perfume and, of course, admire some fungi.

The fungus is spreading at what the CDC warned March 20 is “an alarming rate.” Scientists speculate that global warming is to blame for this fungus suddenly attacking human beings. Maybe so.

A new fungus that infects cave spiders and turns them into "zombies" was discovered in a Victorian gunpowder store at Castle Espie in Northern Ireland during filming for a TV show.

Health officials say a deadly fungus known as Candida auris is spreading in New Jersey, with over 140 confirmed cases.

The dark growth, fed by alcohol vapors from barrels of aging Jack Daniel’s whiskey, has coated homes, cars, patio furniture and road signs in a sooty crust, residents said. One woman is suing ...

The fungus literally creates the drug "speed" in an infected cicada, turning it into a sex-crazed zombie only interested in spreading the spores.

Moreover, the fungus has developed resistance to any anti-fungal drug treatments. And while healthy people will usually fight off infection, those already sick in hospitals are at much higher risk.

Rust fungus can seriously impact the health of your lawn, but there are solutions available when you spot those telltale signs. Here's what to do.