Most people think of nails as something you paint, trim, or show off, but they’re actually tiny health reporters. The way ...

Health officials are examining the broader implications of gel polish use on both nail health and overall wellness.

DOCTOR. HAVE YOU TAKEN A CLOSE LOOK AT YOUR FINGERNAILS? CHARLES. IF SOMETHING LOOKS OFF, YOU MAY WANT TO TALK WITH YOUR DOCTOR. WELL, JOINING US LIVE THIS MORNING WITH MORE IS DR. ERNESTINE WRIGHT ...

You cut them. Maybe paint them. And that’s about it. But in reality, your nails can give you a glimpse into your overall ...

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about your fingernails (unless you’re painting them!). But your nails can provide key insights into your health. Take nail ridges for instance, which may ...

Developing a new and persistent cough, as well as wheezing or coughing up bloody phlegm are all significant symptoms that could signal problems with your lung health and potentially be early signs of ...

Your fingernails might seem like simple protective coverings for your fingertips, but they’re actually sophisticated diagnostic tools that can reveal crucial information about your protein intake.

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A lung cancer patient had no respiratory symptoms before his diagnosis — just an odd swelling in his fingertips. Brian Gemmell, a fitness instructor from Scotland, went to see his doctor after ...

Dear Dr. Gott: I'm 45 and have had my fingernails done with acrylic for 7 years. About a year ago, one nail lifted from the bed. It isn't painful, but is very white. Numerous antifungal preparations ...

This clinical review details how mechanical nail disorders, footwear, and foot deformities drive toenail onychodystrophy, ...