Washing your hands is the first defence against all kinds of nasty bacteria. But do you wash under your fingernails? Maybe you should, says Jason G Goldman.

One study found MRSA, an antibiotic-resistant bacteria that causes serious infections in hospitalized patients, underneath half of the fingernail samples collected.

April 18, 2022 Long nails can be a germ hotspot; here's how to keep them clean Longer fingernails are more likely to carry harmful bacteria and yeast underneath them, research shows.

Have you ever wondered why your nails occasionally change colors? Depending on the color, this may point to a health condition which may or may not be serious.

An expert in nail health has revealed what is normal to see under your nails and what could be a warning of something more serious that needs attention, particularly for those who wear artificial ...

Do Trim -- the Right Way The healthiest nails are cut short and straight across. Long nails are more likely to break and tear, and bacteria can live under them.

The dirt under your fingernails might be your best medicine as soil microbes boost mood immunity and help fight inflammation naturally.

They’re more common among people who wear artificial nails, as their extra length gives them more surface area to harbour germs and their attachment to your natural nails gives the germs more access ...