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Indiana fails report card on kids' dental health
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A new report gives Indiana a failing grade when it comes to children's dental health. The report from the Pew Center on the States gave Indiana an F. Four other states also earned failing grades in the report, which was released...Tags: Indiana, Dental Health, Indianapolis, Dentistry and Dental Health, Health
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Are my young children getting too much fluoride?
Could your youngster be getting too much fluoride? U.S. health officials think some young kids might be. They want to change the recommended levels of fluoride in drinking water, primarily to prevent a condition called fluorosis. Some questions and...Tags: Family, Water Supply, Water, Dentistry and Dental Health, Fluoride
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AP EXCLUSIVE: U.S. says too much fluoride in water
Fluoride in drinking water is credited with dramatically cutting cavities and tooth decay. But now federal officials say it may be too much of a good thing. The U.S. government wants to lower the recommended levels of fluoride in city water supplies....Tags: Dentistry and Dental Health, Fluoride, Health
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Strontium: A better way to build bones
Dear Pharmacist: My wife has osteoporosis. I read your article a few years ago about strontium being a good mineral for bone health. Do you still recommend today? — C.C., Sacramento
Dear C.C.: Strontium has been clinically proven to support bone...Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Boniva (drug), Osteoporosis
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Best Dentist
1) Dr. Brad Schwidock Dr. Shwidock performs all general dentistry needs and specializes in cosmetic procedures such as porcelain laminates as well. Though the market for pretty teeth hit a snag with the recent recession, he is happy to report that it...
Tags: Align Technology, Inc., Dentistry and Dental Health, Teeth, Health, Stamford
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Q&A: Ask the pediatrician! Dr. Diana Blythe answers your questions about kids' health
Have a question for Dr. Blythe? Write to her at AskThePediatrician@tribune.com
May 21, 2012
Q: My school-age children have been sick with colds lately and, because of conflicting information in the news, I'm still unsure about which over-the-counter...Tags: Diseases and Illnesses, Baby Products, Dizziness, ABC (tv network), Strep Throat
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CHILDREN'S CHATTER: Dental hygiene is important for children
Contributing writerIt is vitally important to teach our children the importance of cavity prevention at an early age. Along with proper nutrition and regular visits to the dentist, children can learn the importance of dental hygiene and oral health. Dental hygiene: Most...Tags: Family, Dental Health, Fluoride, Dentistry and Dental Health, Teeth
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This study might leave a bad taste in your mouth
Poonam Jain is a mother of two college-age daughters who tell her that their friends are constantly guzzling highly popular energy drinks to jolt them awake at night or get their wheels turning in the morning. My 17-year-old daughter reveals the same...
Tags: Science and Technology, Dentistry and Dental Health, Health, Osteoporosis, Menopause
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FEATURE-Mexican meth production goes on speed
Reuters* Surge in meth lab raids point to spike in production * Rising output stirs fears of jump in supply to U.S. By Ioan Grillo CHALCO, Mexico, May 10 (Reuters) - This swampy township of garbage dumps and junk yards on the edge of Mexico City is hundreds...Tags: Flu, Ephedrine (drug), United Nations, War Crimes, Heroin
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Scrapbook Brings Mom Back Into Focus, Life
The Hartford CourantWith Mother's Day upon us, I am sad that my mother is no longer with me. Yet, she lives. I am one of many who have a parent with dementia, and at this point my mom no longer knows me. She has 24/7 caregivers who dress and feed her. Most of the time...Tags: Mother's Day, Winsted, Symptoms, Grace Kelly, Wethersfield
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Western authorities fear militants will carry implanted bombs
Reuters* Doctors working with al Qaeda said to prepare implant surgery * Authorities respond with changes to security tactics * Underwear bombs, implanted bombs an al-Asiri strategy By Mark Hosenball WASHINGTON, May 1 (Reuters) - U.S. and allied officials...Tags: Emergency Incidents, Anwar al-Awlaki, Terrorism, Europe, Health
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Something to smile about
The Winchester SunAn effort by a group of local dentists to improve the oral health of Clark County children has received a statewide honor. The Clark County Dental Health Initiative was the winner of the Group Award presented by the Kentucky Health Association as the...Tags: Family, Education, Dentistry and Dental Health, Health, Preschools
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