though skin warts can’t be prevented there are a number of precautionary measures you can take to minimize your risk of acquiring warts. one of the most important things you can do is to wash your hands regularly. also try to keep your skin healthy moisturized and free of cuts. if you bite your fingernails or cuticles do your best to stop. biting nails creates an opening for virus to enter your skin. be careful to use clean fresh towels at the gym or in other public locations and always wear rubber-soled flip-flops or sandals in public locker rooms and showers.
can warts be prevented?