Yeast infections can recur or become chronic if the bacteria in your vagina are imbalanced or if you have a weakened immune system. Certain practices may help prevent them. While yeast infections ...

Not many people know that our oral health is closely related to our heart health. Poor oral hygiene, resulting in gum disease ...

According to a new study, combining exercise with omega-3 supplements reduced inflammation and, thereby, the severity of a ...

Oral health and overall health. Poor oral health, especially periodontitis, can significantly impact the entire body. Oral bacteria can travel through the gastrointestinal tract and bloodstream ...

Chronic inflammation is already known to be a factor in diseases like heart disease ... Beyond bacterial infections, the oral microbiome plays another surprising role in brain function ...

How oral health may be linked to heart and brain health 03:59. In recent years, research has suggested a connection between oral bacteria and Alzheimer's disease, raising concerns for those with ...

The connection between infection and chronic disease is one I know personally. A few years ago, I was diagnosed with oral cancer. My doctors tracked the cause to a human papillomavirus (HPV ...