Causes. Fungal nail infections are caused by various fungal organisms (fungi). The most common cause is a type of fungus called dermatophyte. Yeast and molds also can cause nail infections. Fungal nail infection can develop in people at any age, but it's more common in older adults. As the nail ages, it can become brittle and dry.
Photo: Getty Images. Jan. 1 marked a significant cultural shift in China â starting this year, families will be able to have two children. This alters the one-child policy that was introduced in 1978 to control the countryâs population.
October 29, 2015. After years of hesitation, the Chinese government on Thursday finally announced the repeal of its controversial one-child policy, which will now be replaced with a two-child policy. The move is welcome on human rights grounds. It may also help to mitigate Chinaâs gender imbalance.