Fungal illnesses like yeast infections and ringworm are a common complaint in jails and prisons, but how common are these conditions? And who is most affected? This session will break down epidemiologic patterns and trends in fungal illnesses and discuss quality improvement initiatives to address these patterns and trends.

Educational Objectives

• List the fungal illnesses that affect correctional subpopulations most frequently
• Cite risk factors associated with acquisition of a fungal illness in prison
• Evaluate quality improvement initiatives that could combat fungal illnesses in correctional settings

Level Intermediate