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As coronavirus spreads, hand washing is recommended to reduce the risk of getting sick. But don’t forget to clean under fingernails, health officials say. That’s because germs can stay there and ...

Hand washing is one of the best ways to keep kids healthy, but getting them to do it—and do it right—can be a challenge. But with the right tricks, you can turn this daily task into something your ...

Biting nails and ripping off hangnails might seem harmless, but these vices can actually cause real damage. According to the ...

LOS ANGELES - Hand-washing is one of the most effective methods of helping to prevent contraction and spread of the novel coronavirus. But it can be hard to tell if one's hand-scrubbing efforts are ...

Sarah Mitroff has worn many hats at CNET, including Senior Mobile Editor and Managing Editor of Health and Wellness. Currently, she is a freelance editor. Throughout her career, she's written about ...