Gum Disease, Heart Disease Share Genetic Link

(HealthDay News) -- A genetic link between gum disease (periodontitis) and heart disease has been discovered by German scientists. Read more

Health Tip: Why is My Nose Bleeding?

(HealthDay News) -- Nosebleeds are common in many people, often because of a respiratory illness or dry conditions.
The University of Maryland Medical Center offers this list of typical reasons for nosebleeds:

• Nasal allergies.
• Blowing your nose too hard or trying to remove something from inside the nose.
• As result of "popping" the ear.
• Nasal exposure to chemicals.
• Frequent sneezing or having an upper respiratory infection.
• Use of nasal spray or a blood-thinning drug, such as aspirin.
• Inhaling air that is extremely dry or cold.
• Having recent surgery on the nose or elsewhere on the face.
• Breaking the nose or a similar injury.
  
  
  
  

Metallic Taste in Your Mouth?

I've heard that a metal taste in the mouth means something about health, but I can't remember what it was. Can you help? Read more

Chlamydia May Play Role In SpA

It does not have to be Lyme!! Treat these infections although we may not know the name of all of them yet. Lowering the total body burden of pathogens is vital to success in most of these chronic, often auto- immune related, conditions. Read more

Health Tip: Benefitting From Adult Day Care

(HealthDay News) -- Some seniors become lonely staying home alone all day, particularly if they can no longer drive. And for older people with memory or physical problems, staying home alone can be unsafe.

That's when adult day care may come in.

Rotary International offers this list of adult day care's potential benefits:

• It's a safe, supervised place to be.
• It includes enjoyable activities and an opportunity to learn new things.
• It may allow participants to become mentally and physically healthier.
• It promotes a feeling of staying independent.
• It affords an opportunity to socialize, make friends and get support from other seniors.
• It includes regular, healthier meals and snacks.