A new study has found a link between the bacteria responsible for gum disease and atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm ...

A landmark study from Hiroshima University is shedding new light on a question that has long intrigued doctors and ...

A gum disease bacterium may trigger atrial fibrillation by scarring heart tissue—linking oral health to deadly heart rhythm ...

A new study from Hiroshima University reveals that neglecting your dental hygiene might not just affect your smile—it could ...

Emily Kwong and Regina Barber of Short Wave talk about a tool to increase biker safety, the genetic secrets that make orange ...

Not brushing before bed could harm your heart Learn how oral bacteria trigger inflammation and increase cardiovascular risks ...

Tempted to skip the floss? Your heart might thank you if you don't. A new study from Hiroshima University (HU) finds that the gum disease bacterium Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) can slip ...

KWONG: And a bike sensor that can help map safer routes. BARBER: And the connection between gum disease and heart problems. SUMMERS: Well, I mean, obviously we've got to start with these orange cats.