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Growing up with vaccines
On-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential because it helps provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are tested to ensure that they are safe and effective for children to receive at the recommended ages. For parents, the CDC recommends the following vaccines at these stages of a child’s life: DURING PREGNANCY […]
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Oral Cancer Awareness and Prevention
There are two types of oral cancer – those occurring in the oral cavity (the inside of your mouth) and those occurring in the oropharynx (the throat, including the tonsils and base of the tongue). Early detection may result in better treatment outcomes and may help keep you or someone you love from becoming one […]
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The Opioid Abuse Epidemic
There is no single easy solution to the opioid abuse epidemic. It’s a complex issue that requires stakeholders across government, the healthcare supply chain, public health, prevention and healthcare communities working together to provide patients, families and communities with information and tools to address the crisis. Overprescribing and Overuse Opioid prescribing in the U.S. hit […]
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Travel Tips for your Teeth
Make Time for a Checkup Even when you’re dreaming about vacation, there’s no place like home–especially a dental home base. Prevention isn’t only taking care of your teeth, it’s establishing a relationship with a dentist. If you can, schedule your next regular visit before your trip. You’ll have peace of mind, and your dentist will […]
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7 Vitamins & Minerals your Mouth Needs
Want healthy teeth and gums? Make sure your diet features these key ingredients. These nutritional building blocks are essential for your dental health. Calcium No surprises here — calcium is well known as a friend for teeth. Calcium helps harden your enamel and strengthen your jawbone. What to eat: In addition to milk, good sources […]
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Staying safe every day
The National Safety Council encourages everyone to be aware of hazards related to leisure and recreational activities and take proper safety precautions. Here, in order, are the top causes of unintentional injury and death in homes and communities: 1. Poisoning Poisonings have overtaken motor vehicle crashes for the first time as the leading cause of […]
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Helping you kick the habit
THE FACTS ABOUT CIGARETTE SMOKING · Cigarette smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, causes many diseases, and reduces the health of smokers in general. · Quitting smoking lowers your risk for smoking-related diseases and can add years to your life. · Smokers are at greater risk for diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular […]
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Allergy Season in Full Bloom
Along with the beautiful spring blooms come spring allergies for many. You may wonder what allergies and asthma have in common besides making you miserable. A lot, as it turns out. Allergies and asthma often occur together. The same substances that trigger your hay fever symptoms, such as pollen, dust mites and pet dander, may […]
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Spring tips for a healthy mouth
Doing some spring cleaning? While you’re busy beating rugs, cleaning curtains and organizing cabinets, don’t forget to check your bathroom counter! Add these four items to your checklist to include dental hygiene in your battle plan. 1. REPLACE OLD OR WORN TOOTHBRUSHES Get in the habit of changing your toothbrush every three months. The ability […]
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