When checking the body for signs of skin cancer, many people may think to check only their skin. However, board-certified dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) say it’s important to check the nails, too. Although rare, skin cancer, including melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — can develop under and around… Continue reading Skin Cancer and Nails
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How Healthy Are You?
Millions of people set goals to improve their health and fitness. The problem is that many don’t know what the signs of health are and how to tell if they are healthy to begin with. The good news is that there is no one thing that determines how healthy someone is. Rather, it’s a variety… Continue reading How Healthy Are You?
5 Ways to Use Petroleum Jelly for Skin Care
You don’t have to buy expensive products to heal skin and make it look great. The solution, according to the experts from the American Academy of Dermatology, is simply petroleum jelly. The skin is the body’s largest organ, so it’s important to take good care of it. However, doing so doesn’t necessarily mean breaking the… Continue reading 5 Ways to Use Petroleum Jelly for Skin Care
Dos and Don’ts for Healthy Fingernails
Take a close look at your fingernails. Are they strong and healthy looking? Or do you see ridges, dents, or areas of unusual color or shape? Many less than desirable nail conditions can be avoided through proper fingernail care. Others might indicate an underlying condition that needs attention. Fingernails: What’s normal, what’s not Your fingernails… Continue reading Dos and Don’ts for Healthy Fingernails
Your Nails and Your Health
Although we often think of nails primarily in terms of cosmetics, they often reflect a number of health conditions. According to the American Association of Dermatologists, changes in the nail, such as discoloration or thickening, can signal health problems including liver and kidney diseases, heart and lung conditions, anemia and diabetes. And nail growth is… Continue reading Your Nails and Your Health
5 Steps to Great Summer Feet
After hiding our feet in heavy socks and boots all winter long, we can now rejoice that it is finally sandal season! . But are your tootsies a little funky after a winter of neglect? Maybe they’re a bit smelly, or your skin is rough and cracked, or you may even have a case of… Continue reading 5 Steps to Great Summer Feet
Smart Strategies for Diabetic Foot Care
Along with monitoring blood sugar levels, one of the most important things diabetics can do is care for their feet. Diabetes can lead to a loss of feeling in your feet; as a result, you could be injured (a cut, a blister) and not know it. And because diabetes can also lower the blood flow… Continue reading Smart Strategies for Diabetic Foot Care