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Oral Health March 14, 2024

Substance use and periodontal conditions

Key messages Providing care to clients with substance use disorders is becoming increasingly common in the daily clinical practice of oral health practitioners. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of substance use and understanding the potential effects of substance use on oral…

Risk Factors for Young-Onset Dementia in the UK Biobank

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Risk factors for young-onset dementia

Key messages Fifteen risk factors were associated with young-onset dementia. Targeting health and lifestyle factors may reduce the risk of young-onset dementia. Background The global prevalence of dementia is expected to rise from 50 million in 2020 to 115 million in…

Gingival hypersensitivity reactions to toothpastes: A case series and scoping review

Oral Health February 28, 2024

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Gingival hypersensitivity reactions to toothpastes

Key message Oral health professionals should consider gingival hypersensitivity resulting from toothpaste as a potential diagnosis for gingival itching and hypersensitivity. Background Toothpaste is used daily by most of the global population in conjunction with toothbrushing. Toothpastes usually have complex formulations containing up…

Toothbrushing lowers risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia

Oral Health February 21, 2024

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Toothbrushing lowers risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia

Key messages Toothbrushing was associated with a significantly lower risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia, particularly in patients receiving invasive mechanical ventilation. Toothbrushing was also associated with a shorter duration of mechanical ventilation, shorter intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay, and reduced…

Sleeping beats sitting for cardiometabolic health

Wellness February 10, 2024

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Sleeping beats sitting for cardiometabolic health

Cardiometabolic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, obesity, and diabetes mellitus, are the leading cause of mortality worldwide. The global burden of these diseases has risen over the past three decades. Concerningly, these trends are projected to continue. Physical inactivity, sedentary behaviour, and inadequate…

FOCUS Digital Publication 2024 January Issue Released

ODHA News February 1, 2024

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FOCUS Digital Publication 2024 January Issue Released

We are delighted to announce the release of the first issue of FOCUS for 2024 - our digital publication exclusively for ODHA members. This issue is filled with insightful content and important updates, including: A special message from our CEO highlighting the…

Tobacco cessation interventions by oral health professionals

Addictions January 26, 2024

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Tobacco cessation interventions by oral health professionals

Key messages Advice and support from oral health professionals involving nicotine replacement therapy or e‐cigarettes are more likely to help clients stop smoking. Single or multiple sessions of advice and support may help clients stop smoking or using tobacco products. Background …

ODHA News January 22, 2024

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Celebrating audiocast 100th episode

In celebration of our audiocast’s milestone 100th episode, Episode 100, with its Keynotes and Resources, is open to ODHA members and non-members. Episode 100 – Antimicrobial Resistance Episode 100 of Conversations with Dr. Glogauer and Kim Ivan on antimicrobial resistance is now available. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) threatens the effective…

Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation article

Addictions January 19, 2024

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Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation

Key messages Nicotine e-cigarettes can help individuals stop smoking for at least six months. Evidence shows they work better than nicotine replacement therapy and probably better than e-cigarettes without nicotine. They may work better than no support or behavioural support…

Experiences of Canadians with long COVID

COVID-19 January 15, 2024

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Experiences of Canadians with long COVID

Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an emergency of international concern in January 2020, COVID-19 has required unprecedented public health action to protect population health. Initially, the impact of the pandemic was measured by deaths, hospitalizations, and intensive care unit admissions.…

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