They’re bold and glamorous, but beneath them lie bacteria and fungi that could harm your health. According to Jeffrey Kaplan, a biology professor at American University, long nails, whether natural, ...

The start of the new year means more people heading to the gym and increasing their risk of picking up and spreading germs. New research found bacteria lurking under fingernails long after a workout.

About germs. 1. Your nails may be harboring germs that can make you sick. Researchers found that bacteria that cause vomiting and diarrhea are often found under people's fingernails. The culprits?

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: At my Yorkshire terrier’s recent wellness visit, we saw a new ...

Our hands are exposed to cooking, cleaning, and typing for everyday daily activities, so most people usually overlook the health of the nails, which play an important role in protecting the fingers ...

Talk about getting down and dirty. The start of the new year means more people are heading to the gym and picking up weights — and increasing their risk of picking up and spreading germs. The results ...