Steps you can take

(HealthDay News) -- Athlete's foot is a fungal infection characterized by itchy, red blisters and cracked skin between the toes.

The American Academy of Family Physicians suggests how to help prevent athlete's foot:

Remove shoes and socks while at home to let your feet "breathe."
Put on clean socks each day, especially in warmer weather.
Wear flip flops, sneakers or shoes in public places, and carefully dry your feet after walking in a public shower or locker room.
Don't borrow shoes from other people.