April 1, 2025 —
Almost 7 million people in the United States are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and researchers estimate that worldwide, cases of Alzheimer’s disease will more than double by 2060. Recent studies estimate that 42% of Americans over age 55 will develop dementia at some point in their lives. This means that the costs associated with dementia... Read More
November 15, 2024 —
By now, we all know that smoking is bad for our health. Cigarette smoke contains thousands of toxic chemicals that cause damage not just to our lungs, but almost every organ in the body. In the United States, smoking contributes to 480,000 smoking-related deaths every year. Smoking has been linked to an increased risk of... Read More
June 15, 2024 —
A recent study published in Nature has added more scientific understanding to the connection between food and brain health. The food we consume influences not just our physical well-being but also cognitive function and mental health. Researchers analyzed data from 181,990 people in the UK Biobank to unravel the links between nutrition and the brain.... Read More
January 2, 2024 —
We’re all aware of the importance of brushing and flossing. We’ve heard it from our parents, dentist, and dental hygienist since we were kids. When you’re young, it’s easy to overlook dental hygiene (especially the flossing). You take healthy teeth for granted, except for the occasional cavity; it’s not something you worry about. But what happens... Read More
December 15, 2023 —
Imagine your blood vessels as tiny hoses running all through your body. When your heart beats, it pumps blood through these hoses. If the blood pushes too hard against the walls of these hoses, that’s high blood pressure. Doctors will say you have high blood pressure if your numbers are usually 130 over 80 or... Read More
