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Poor oral health can increase the risk of stroke

Every year, over 13 million people worldwide die from stroke. However, many of these incidents could be prevented through relatively simple means, such as a healthier diet, more exercise, or improv...

The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP): "Preventive oral healthcare brings savings to society."

According to a report commissioned by the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP), 4.9 percent of global healthcare expenditure is allocated to treat preventable oral diseases such as gum infla...

Good oral health supports seniors' overall health - International Day of Older Persons on 1 October

Maintaining good oral hygiene and oral health is paramount for overall well-being. When it comes to older individuals, proper dental care goes beyond just addressing oral issues; it also plays a cr...

The Heart of the Matter: Exploring the Link Between Oral Health and Heart Health on World Heart Day 2023

World Heart Day, launched by the World Heart Federation (WHF), is celebrated each year on the 29th of September. The global event aims to raise awareness and encourage action for heart health. Card...

World Health Day highlights the need for oral health-related knowledge of health professionals

The link between oral and general health is widely understood, but is this reflected in Finland's health care system and people's oral health? To mark World Health Day, Jukka Meurman, Professor Eme...