MeSH tree: C17.800.529
Keratin is the fibrous, waterproof protein that builds everything from our hair and nails to a rhino's horn. However, a tiny glitch in it can have problematic outcomes. A new study has found that changes in a keratin gene ...
Hydrogen sulfide, the volcanic gas that smells of rotten eggs, could be used in a new treatment for tricky nail infections that acts faster and with fewer side effects, according to scientists at the University of Bath and ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Your feet do more than get you from place to place—they're key to your overall health.
Jul 15, 2025
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Even celebrities aren't immune from foot-related issues such as the dreaded thickened toenail. Actor Danny DeVito, former basketball player Shaquille O'Neal and Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt have all posted photos ...
Mar 12, 2025
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The burden of superficial cutaneous fungal infections (SCFIs) among outpatient visits in the United States is high and increasing, according to a study published online Oct. 30 in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Nov 15, 2024
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When I was a medical student, nails were one part of my anatomy course that I really struggled with. I found it difficult, at first, to stomach the sight of painful nail injuries.
Aug 7, 2024
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From Kylie Jenner and Rihanna to Ariana Grande and Cardi B, celebrities are sporting long, acrylics—often heavily embellished with nail art—as an expression of their style. Nail fashion is now a booming industry with gel ...
Jul 11, 2024
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It's time to de-feet the trend of going shoeless. Though the barefoot lifestyle is not new—as evidenced by various types of barefoot or minimalist shoes and other products—the movement is resurfacing thanks to TikTok.
Mar 12, 2024
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The average person spends more than half their day standing. By taking special care of your feet, you can minimize the stress placed on them. A podiatric specialist from Baylor College of Medicine provides simple tips to ...
Oct 18, 2023
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