Health
Effects of polishes, acrylics and powders on fingernails
People are increasingly opting for regular manicures—with vibrant layers of polish, gel, acrylic or powder.
Jan 10, 2023
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How to avoid runner's toe
For seasoned runners, being prepared from head to toe is key to success, so when they lose their toenails due to a common ailment known as runner's toe, it can be an impediment to their routine. According to a podiatrist ...
Oct 19, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Why we should take fungal infections more seriously
When most healthy people think of fungal diseases, they often think of oral or vaginal thrush, nappy rash, fungal nail infections, and athlete's foot. Although these are very common, annoying and sometimes debilitating conditions, ...
Oct 1, 2018
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Avoid unsightly fungal toenail infections
(HealthDay)—Fungal nail infections, though unsightly, are generally painless and can often be prevented, a skin and nail specialist says.
Mar 21, 2017
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
COVID nails: These changes to your fingernails may show you've had coronavirus
The main signs of COVID-19 are fever, a cough, fatigue and a loss of your sense of taste and smell. Signs of COVID-19 in the skin have been noted too. But there's another part of the body where the virus appears to have an ...
Jun 8, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Melanoma misconception: Dark skin tones at risk, too
The myth that people with dark skin are immune to melanoma, a type of skin cancer, has persisted for many years. It's a dangerous misconception that has caused some people not to be diligent about protecting themselves against ...
May 12, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Treatment recommendations developed for nail psoriasis
(HealthDay)—Treatment recommendations have been developed for patients with nail psoriasis. The recommendations were published online Dec. 3 in JAMA Dermatology.
Dec 4, 2014
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Health
What your hands say about your health
Your hands reveal a lot about the state of your health. This is something that has been recognized since at least the time of Hippocrates—the father of modern medicine.
Aug 25, 2023
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Health
Four steps for healthier nails
(HealthDay)—Good nail care is important, but it's possible to overdo it.
Dec 6, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Yes, fingernail cancer is a thing—just ask this beauty queen
(HealthDay)—Karolina Jasko was a high school senior when a nail salon worker pointed out the black vertical line on her right thumbnail.
Jul 26, 2018
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