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Key Takeaways New research links regular dental visits with lowered healthcare costs. The study specifically analyzed patients with diabetes and heart disease. Dentists stress the importance of regular dental care for your overall health. New research is linking routine dental care with lower healthcare costs for people with diabetes and […]
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Dental care reduces likelihood of hospitalization for people with diabetes or coronary artery disease
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Physicians and dentists know that oral health is a critical element of overall health. However, there are many unknowns with respect to the effects of regular dental care and a healthy mouth, teeth and gums. Furthermore, Medicare does not cover dental care, and although children receive […]
Calcium Supplements Linked to Earlier Death in Older People With Heart Valve Disease
Calcium supplements, which are frequently given to older people to lessen the risk of brittle bones (osteoporosis) and fractures, are linked to an increased risk of death among those with aortic valve stenosis, a progressive and potentially fatal condition, according to new research published online in the journal Heart. What’s […]
Even modest drinking is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, study shows
For decades, scientists have been studying how alcohol affects our bodies. Some studies have suggested modest amounts, such as a glass or two of red wine per day, are associated with decreased inflammation, improved blood pressure and a lower risk of death from coronary artery disease. Research has also linked […]
Man identified with a rare skin disease after excessive wrinkling due to water exposure
Man identified with a rare skin disease after excessive wrinkling due to water exposure New Delhi: The skin of a man (20s) reacted with excessive wrinkling with signs of skin thickening and patches of white bumps. After a series of inaccurate diagnoses of chronic eczema, the patient was finally diagnosed […]
Taking Vitamin D and Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements Could Lower Your Risk of Developing an Autoimmune Disease
woman pouring vitamin supplements into hand Jay Yuno / Getty Images Vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid supplements are known to contribute to bone strength and heart health—but that’s not all. Research presented at the American College of Rheumatology’s ACR Convergence 2021 found that people who ingested these nutrients over […]
Can vitamin D supplements prevent autoimmune disease?
You don’t have to look far to find claims that taking vitamin D supplements is great for your health. It’s supposed to be good for everything from preventing cancer and dementia to avoiding infections and heart disease. Unfortunately, many supposed benefits of vitamin D supplements remain unproven. Yet, […]