Stay Well
A Fresh Look at Mouthwash
The key to good oral hygiene for reducing dental plaque, gingivitis, tooth decay—and bad breath—is tooth brushing, using dental floss (or a water pick or an interdental brush) to...
Microplastics = Macro Problems?
As the name suggests, microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic waste, which can be found almost anywhere. They’re less than five millimeters long (about a quarter of an inch),...
Your Vaccine Checklist
In the run-up to any recent cold and flu season, you’ve probably encountered many reminders to get your seasonal flu shot and the latest Covid vaccine. When it comes...
Breast Calcifications: An Early Sign of Cancer?
No woman wants to get that dreaded call saying her routine screening mammogram has abnormal, suspicious, or incomplete findings. But if that happens to you, there’s no reason to...
New Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer Could Be a Game Changer
Here’s a frustrating fact about colorectal cancer: Routine screening can detect the disease early, or even prevent it, yet many people who should undergo screening don’t. Only 60 percent...
So, You Want to Take a Calcium Supplement …
Have you ever been told to take a calcium supplement by a healthcare provider, only to be overwhelmed by the number of options available in stores and online? Calcium...
Expired but Still Acceptable?
Part 3 of a 3-part series on product 'expiration' dates
Of all the things in your home that can expire—medications, food, your driver’s license—personal care products might feel like the...
Buzz Off
Whether you’re traveling to a mosquito-ridden area or just planning to lounge around your backyard this summer, having a good insect repellent on hand is key to staying bite-free....
Is Your Gas Stove Really Dangerous?
Many home cooks, like their professional chef counterparts, prefer a gas stove to a conventional electric one. These stoves are used in 38 percent of American households, according to...
A New Take on Bone Health
You may think all you need to know about your bone health is your bone mineral density (BMD) score. And if it’s good, all is well. Not necessarily.
BMD, as...
