Your nails might seem like a purely cosmetic detail, but doctors often see them as tiny windows into your overall health.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've heard that a person's fingernails reveal a lot about their health. Is there any truth to that? What types of changes would indicate health problems? It's true. Your fingernails ...

Taking good care of your nails not only keeps them healthy and strong but can also support your overall health. Basic nail hygiene habits like trimming, moisturizing, and applying a protective top ...

If your nails are brittle, thin and easily breakable, you may be wondering if it’s time to pay a visit to your dermatologist. While changes to the color, texture and shape of your nails aren’t always ...

Have you been hiding your hands in your pockets lately? I get it. We’ve all been there, looking at peeling, brittle nails and ...

To find out if yellow nails are due to a deficiency, you'll need a blood test to check nutrient levels. Once a deficiency is ...

The pandemic brought all of us a new appreciation for frequent hand-washing and its importance in keeping germs at bay. Yet an equally important hand-related health habit is often overlooked — caring ...

If you’re wondering how long you’ll live, the answer could be right at your fingertips. According to Dr. David Sinclair, a professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School, your nails are actually a ...

Those seemingly innocent changes in your nails might be telling you something important about what’s happening deep inside your body. While most of us only pay attention to our nails when it’s time ...