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WHO Urges Faster Tuberculosis Elimination, Recommends New Diagnostic Tools
The World Health Organization has called on countries to accelerate tuberculosis elimination efforts, unveiling new diagnostic tools like rapid molecular tests and tongue swabs to improve early detection and close global testing gaps.
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Mouth Condoms Explained: Can They Help Prevent HPV And Oral Cancer?
Mouth and tongue condoms, also known as dental dams, are barrier tools that can reduce the risk of HPV and other infections during oral contact. Here's how they work, their benefits, and why experts say they matter for oral health.
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How A Michael Douglas Interview On Oral Sex Causing His Cancer Put Spotlight On The Link
"There was a walnut-sized tumour at the base of my tongue that no other doctor had seen," shared Michael Douglas
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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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Tongue Cancer Risk Factors Beyond Tobacco: What You Need To Know
Tongue cancer isnt only linked to tobacco. Factors like heavy alcohol use, HPV infection, poor oral hygiene, poor diet, genetics also raise the risk.
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Dipika Kakar Begins Targeted Therapy After Cancer Surgery, Says She Has "Developed A Few Ulcers" On Her Tongue
Dipika Kakar underwent a surgery for stage 2 liver cancer in June
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Here's How Oral Care Affects Your Overall Health
Understanding how oral hygiene is linked to overall health and following preventive care measures can help reduce the risk of diseases and improve long-term wellness.
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5 Major Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in 2024: Rare Artefacts, Rituals, Ancient Medical Insights, and More
Throughout 2024, Egypt's archaeological sites revealed groundbreaking discoveries, including the first known astronomical observatory, evidence of hallucinogenic rituals, and ancient medical practices. Highlights include the intact tomb of Idi, a governor’s daughter, gold tongues believed to aid afterlife communication, and a 4,500-year-old skull...
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Woman Talks Again After Her Tongue Rebuilt With Muscle From Her Arm
A cancer patient beats the odds and resumes speaking despite having 90% of her tongue amputated.
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Woman Told Mouth Ulcers Were Caused By Wisdom Teeth, Had Tongue Remade After Cancer Diagnosis
Charlotte Wester-Salter underwent a nine-and-a-half-hour operation to cut away the affected part of her tongue and replace it with thigh muscle.
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WHO Urges Faster Tuberculosis Elimination, Recommends New Diagnostic Tools
The World Health Organization has called on countries to accelerate tuberculosis elimination efforts, unveiling new diagnostic tools like rapid molecular tests and tongue swabs to improve early detection and close global testing gaps.
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Mouth Condoms Explained: Can They Help Prevent HPV And Oral Cancer?
Mouth and tongue condoms, also known as dental dams, are barrier tools that can reduce the risk of HPV and other infections during oral contact. Here's how they work, their benefits, and why experts say they matter for oral health.
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How A Michael Douglas Interview On Oral Sex Causing His Cancer Put Spotlight On The Link
"There was a walnut-sized tumour at the base of my tongue that no other doctor had seen," shared Michael Douglas
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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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Tongue Cancer Risk Factors Beyond Tobacco: What You Need To Know
Tongue cancer isnt only linked to tobacco. Factors like heavy alcohol use, HPV infection, poor oral hygiene, poor diet, genetics also raise the risk.
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Dipika Kakar Begins Targeted Therapy After Cancer Surgery, Says She Has "Developed A Few Ulcers" On Her Tongue
Dipika Kakar underwent a surgery for stage 2 liver cancer in June
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Here's How Oral Care Affects Your Overall Health
Understanding how oral hygiene is linked to overall health and following preventive care measures can help reduce the risk of diseases and improve long-term wellness.
-
5 Major Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in 2024: Rare Artefacts, Rituals, Ancient Medical Insights, and More
Throughout 2024, Egypt's archaeological sites revealed groundbreaking discoveries, including the first known astronomical observatory, evidence of hallucinogenic rituals, and ancient medical practices. Highlights include the intact tomb of Idi, a governor’s daughter, gold tongues believed to aid afterlife communication, and a 4,500-year-old skull...
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Woman Talks Again After Her Tongue Rebuilt With Muscle From Her Arm
A cancer patient beats the odds and resumes speaking despite having 90% of her tongue amputated.
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Woman Told Mouth Ulcers Were Caused By Wisdom Teeth, Had Tongue Remade After Cancer Diagnosis
Charlotte Wester-Salter underwent a nine-and-a-half-hour operation to cut away the affected part of her tongue and replace it with thigh muscle.
