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I have athlete's foot. wash hands 99% of time, but may contact kitchen surfaces. is there an infection risk to others, even if washed in hot soapy h2o?
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Minimal: Use treatment for your infection and keep the shower clean with a disinfectant. Wear clean dry cotton socks. Direct contact would be the only way to transfer it. All the best.
Answered 7/4/2015
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Atheletes foot: It is very unlikely for fungal infections to transmit through food. Standard handwashing practices would be enough
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