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This 10-Second Oral Care Habit May Help Slow Ageing, Expert Explains
The tongue's surface contains tiny grooves and crevices where food particles, dead cells, and bacteria can accumulate. If not removed regularly, this buildup can contribute to bad breath, plaque formation, and poor oral hygiene.
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World No Tobacco Day: Early Signs Of Tobacco-Related Diseases Users Often Ignore
The initial symptoms of tobacco-related illnesses are often mild and easy to dismiss. Many people assume that occasional discomfort, tiredness, or respiratory issues are temporary problems linked to age, weather changes, or daily stress.
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When The Body Attacks Its Own Joints: Autoimmune Arthritis Explained
Autoimmune arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and tissues, causing chronic inflammation, pain and disability. Experts say early diagnosis and treatment can help patients lead active, healthy lives.
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What Colour Is Your Tongue? Here's What It Says About Your Health
Your tongue's colour, coating and texture can reveal early signs of dehydration, vitamin deficiencies, infections and even oral cancer. Doctors explain what different tongue colours may indicate and when you should seek medical attention.
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Wegovy Pill Users Lost Up To 21.6% Weight In New Obesity Trial
The findings come from Novo Nordisk's phase 3 OASIS 4 clinical trial studying oral semaglutide 25 mg, the same active ingredient used in injectable Wegovy.
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What Are Oral Steroids And How Are They Different From Painkillers?
Oral steroids and painkillers both relieve discomfort but work very differently. While steroids suppress inflammation and immune activity, painkillers mainly ease symptoms. Understanding their uses, risks, and misuse is key to safe treatment.
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Can Using Mouthwash Frequently Cause High Blood Pressure? Viral Claims Explained
A viral claim suggests frequent mouthwash use may raise blood pressure. Research shows a possible link via disruption of oral bacteria and nitric oxide production, but experts say evidence is limited and not yet conclusive.
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Summer Diarrhoea: Doctor Explains How Heat Causes Gut Issues, Shares Tips
Summer heat and humidity increase cases of acute gastroenteritis due to faster microbial growth in food and water, causing digestive issues.
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World Oral Health Day: How Oral Health Is Linked To Diabetes, Heart Disease And More
When oral care is neglected, harmful bacteria can multiply and lead to infections and systemic diseases.
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How Summer Heat And Dehydration Impact Oral Health: Dentist Explains
During the summer months, rising temperatures and increased fluid loss can have a noticeable impact on the condition of the mouth.
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World Oral Health Day: Why Skipping Night Brushing Could Be Riskier Than You Think
Brushing just before going to sleep will help protect your teeth much more than brushing in the morning.
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World Oral Health Day: 8 Common Oral Health Myths People Still Believe
Many of these myths continue to circulate and can lead to practices that may harm dental health over time.
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Oral Sex, HPV And Throat Cancer: Is Smoking No Longer The Top Risk?
Human papillomavirus (HPV), often transmitted through oral sex, is now emerging as a major cause of throat cancer worldwide. Experts explain why HPV-related cancers are rising, how the virus spreads, who is most at risk and how to prevent it.
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Drooling In Your Sleep? 5 Reasons Why This Could Be Dangerous: Health Risks Explained
Although drooling during sleep is often dismissed as harmless, excessive cases could signal significant health risks that should not be ignored.
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New Oral Polio Vaccine Approved By WHO: A Boost For India's Eradication Efforts?
The World Health Organization has just prequalified an additional novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2),a breakthrough in stopping polio outbreaks more sustainably with stronger global vaccine supply.
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This 10-Second Oral Care Habit May Help Slow Ageing, Expert Explains
The tongue's surface contains tiny grooves and crevices where food particles, dead cells, and bacteria can accumulate. If not removed regularly, this buildup can contribute to bad breath, plaque formation, and poor oral hygiene.
-
World No Tobacco Day: Early Signs Of Tobacco-Related Diseases Users Often Ignore
The initial symptoms of tobacco-related illnesses are often mild and easy to dismiss. Many people assume that occasional discomfort, tiredness, or respiratory issues are temporary problems linked to age, weather changes, or daily stress.
-
When The Body Attacks Its Own Joints: Autoimmune Arthritis Explained
Autoimmune arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and tissues, causing chronic inflammation, pain and disability. Experts say early diagnosis and treatment can help patients lead active, healthy lives.
-
What Colour Is Your Tongue? Here's What It Says About Your Health
Your tongue's colour, coating and texture can reveal early signs of dehydration, vitamin deficiencies, infections and even oral cancer. Doctors explain what different tongue colours may indicate and when you should seek medical attention.
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Wegovy Pill Users Lost Up To 21.6% Weight In New Obesity Trial
The findings come from Novo Nordisk's phase 3 OASIS 4 clinical trial studying oral semaglutide 25 mg, the same active ingredient used in injectable Wegovy.
-
What Are Oral Steroids And How Are They Different From Painkillers?
Oral steroids and painkillers both relieve discomfort but work very differently. While steroids suppress inflammation and immune activity, painkillers mainly ease symptoms. Understanding their uses, risks, and misuse is key to safe treatment.
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Can Using Mouthwash Frequently Cause High Blood Pressure? Viral Claims Explained
A viral claim suggests frequent mouthwash use may raise blood pressure. Research shows a possible link via disruption of oral bacteria and nitric oxide production, but experts say evidence is limited and not yet conclusive.
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Summer Diarrhoea: Doctor Explains How Heat Causes Gut Issues, Shares Tips
Summer heat and humidity increase cases of acute gastroenteritis due to faster microbial growth in food and water, causing digestive issues.
-
World Oral Health Day: How Oral Health Is Linked To Diabetes, Heart Disease And More
When oral care is neglected, harmful bacteria can multiply and lead to infections and systemic diseases.
-
How Summer Heat And Dehydration Impact Oral Health: Dentist Explains
During the summer months, rising temperatures and increased fluid loss can have a noticeable impact on the condition of the mouth.
-
World Oral Health Day: Why Skipping Night Brushing Could Be Riskier Than You Think
Brushing just before going to sleep will help protect your teeth much more than brushing in the morning.
-
World Oral Health Day: 8 Common Oral Health Myths People Still Believe
Many of these myths continue to circulate and can lead to practices that may harm dental health over time.
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Oral Sex, HPV And Throat Cancer: Is Smoking No Longer The Top Risk?
Human papillomavirus (HPV), often transmitted through oral sex, is now emerging as a major cause of throat cancer worldwide. Experts explain why HPV-related cancers are rising, how the virus spreads, who is most at risk and how to prevent it.
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Drooling In Your Sleep? 5 Reasons Why This Could Be Dangerous: Health Risks Explained
Although drooling during sleep is often dismissed as harmless, excessive cases could signal significant health risks that should not be ignored.
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New Oral Polio Vaccine Approved By WHO: A Boost For India's Eradication Efforts?
The World Health Organization has just prequalified an additional novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2),a breakthrough in stopping polio outbreaks more sustainably with stronger global vaccine supply.
