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Nail Tech Critically Injured in Salon Accident

by Staff

Heating up acetone in a microwave causes a fire that damages the salon and injures a nail technician.

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Just My Opinion: Artificial Nails and Nursing DO Mix

by Jo Laki

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Don’t Lose Your Grip With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

by Patricia Oropeza

Having a repetitive-motion injury—such as carpal tunnel syndrome—doesn't mean the end of doing nails, but you should make adjustments in your work techniques and see a doctor before the condition gets worse.

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Reevaluating Depression

by Suzette Hill

At some point in her life, one of every four women will suffer a major depression. When feelings of guilt or helplessness weigh heavy and you find yourself tired, irritable, and sad, make sure you're one of the minority of women who gets help.

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The Help Desk

by Staff

Answers to your questions on polish application, cleaning dappen dishes, acrylic brushes, and drill safety.

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To Scrub or Not To Scrub

by Staff

Research on handwashing techniques in hospitals has found that the traditional surgical scrub, where people take a brush or sponge and vigorously wash all the way up the arm, are not only unnecessary, but even counter-productive.

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Outsmarting Osteoporosis

by Suzette Hill

Have you been lackadaisical about getting enough calcium? Slacking off on your exercise? Considering that one of every two women in the US will develop osteoporosis, the question is: do you feel lucky?

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Try Magnets for What Ails You

by Staff

“ I’d estimate that nine out of 10 of my diabetic patients have found relief from foot pain by wearing magnetic insoles.”

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Diagnosing Diabetes

by Suzette Hill, contributing editor

Diabetes isn’t just on the rise in this country: It’s skyrocketing. Not only are more people getting diabetes, but they’re developing it younger than ever. With an estimated six million people undiagnosed, doctors recommend all at-risk people take the simple and fast test.

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Long Nails and Nursing Don't Mix

by Suzette Hill

What infection control personnel say common sense has long indicated is now being proven by research: Health care workers with artificial nails and long nails are more likely to harbor harmful bacteria on their hands.