Beware this common disease that attacks from the inside — and the bad habit that worsens it

Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an autoimmune disease in which the body mistakenly attacks the lining of the joints, causing painful swelling and stiffness. About 1.3 million to 1.5 million Americans ...

This trendy oral habit can risk your heart! Understanding how tongue scraping can cause endocarditis, its symptoms, and managing oral care

Tongue scraping has become the latest trend with widespread acceptance in the realm of oral health, being touted as an easy ...

4 Things Your Dentist Wishes You’d Stop Doing Before A Cleaning

Other foods to steer clear of before a cleaning are anything sugary or starchy (they break down into acids that feed bacteria ...
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Dentists are going private because the NHS contract is 'not fit for purpose', health official says

The government is considering “tie ins” which would require newly qualified dentists to work in the NHS for a set period of time ...

Frequent heartburn may be a warning sign of a more dangerous condition, doctor says

Trouble swallowing and chronic cough could signal serious GERD complications. A digestive health expert explores when ...
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Think grooming is optional? Your pet disagrees

Grooming Is a Health Check in Disguise Regular grooming gives pet owners a chance to notice changes that usually go unseen. While brushing your pet’s fur, you may feel small bumps, notice redness, or ...