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Study: Regular teeth brushing may offset heart problems

Brushing your teeth could help offset the risk of heart disease, according to new research published today. But you shouldn’t neglect other factors that can lead to cardiovascular problems, say campaigners.

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Health care reform: addressing America's growing dental problem Special

According to the U.S Census Bureau, for every American without health insurance, there are three without dental insurance, nearly half of the US population and causes 164 million missed working hours.

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Oral cancer cases on the increase

Oral cancer cases are increasing, figures from Cancer Research UK show, with two-thirds of the cases in men.

More men 'have oral cancer virus'

Oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is more common among men than women, leading to an increased risk for men of head and neck cancers, a US study suggests.

The pill 'does ease period pain'

Oral contraceptives may alleviate painful periods for some women, suggests a 30-year study.

Quick asthma treatment better for children

Ottawa research shows the quick delivery of an oral steroid in a hospital waiting room can help children recover from an asthma attack faster and keep them out of hospitals.

Contraceptive ring, patch carry blood clot risks

Women who use some non-oral forms of hormonal contraception are at higher risk of blood clots than those not taking any hormone-based birth control, a Danish study suggests.