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Best Practices for Preventive Care - December 2024

Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body is able to turn food into energy. A person with diabetes doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t properly use insulin.

Best Practices for Preventive Care - November 2024

Research has found a strong connection between periodontal (gum) disease and diabetes.

Best Practices for Preventive Care - October 2024

Take Charge of Breast Health Breast exams are extremely useful in detecting cancer early. Clinical exams, breast self-exams (BSEs) and mammograms should be completed regularly so that it is possible to determine if there are changes in breast tissue, indicating breast cancer or other potentially harmful conditions. The American Cancer Society recommends clinical breast exams every three years for women between 20 and 40, and annually for women 40 and older. Starting at age 45,...

Taking care of your brain health is essential. There are small daily efforts you can make to slow memory decline.

Best Practices for Preventive Care - September 2024

Tooth trauma is very common, especially among children. Quick action is crucial to saving an injured tooth.