How do you stop tinea capitis from spreading?

Tinea capitis is highly contagious, and if you or your child is infected, it’s important to take steps to avoid passing it on to anyone else.

These include: 

• using an antifungal shampoo to remove fungus spores

• washing towels and bedsheets more regularly

• keeping your skin clean and washing your hands often

• avoiding touching or scratching the affected area

• washing or disinfecting anything that has come into contact with your scalp, such as combs, hairbrushes, hats, cycle helmets, and car headrests