In fact, there are many.
Fungal infections range from athlete's foot to yeast infections.
Although fungal infections are not highly infectious, once you get one it can be difficult to get rid of it. This is because many of the drugs that work best against fungi can also be somewhat dangerous for humans. Also, fungi tend to live in parts of the body where it is difficult for drugs to reach them, such as in the skin or nails. To learn more about fungi, both the tasty and terrible, visit Introduction to the Fungi , a University of California Museum of Paleontology resource. To zero in on the nasty fungi, visit Fungal Infections of the Skin , a Singapore site that includes pictures and treatment suggestions.