Nearly one third of adult Australians suffer from hypertension, more commonly known simply and literally as high blood pressure. But don’t let the unassuming name fool you: Hypertension is associated with health risks that range from unpleasant all the way to deadly. Risks of Hypertension Hypertension can come with some health problems that negatively affect [...]
Despite the common image in the media of the wizened old man with empty, toothless gums, aging does not have to mean losing your teeth. In fact, with proper oral health care, your teeth can stay healthy and functional for a lifetime! However, some new oral health issues crop up as we age. It’s important [...]
When it comes to tooth replacement, dental implants are the final word. While there are certainly other options, only dental implants are fastened to the jaw bone, just like real teeth, allowing for you to keep your diet and oral healthcare routine the same. And best of all, they can last [...]
You may have heard that smoking e-cigarettes, called vaping, are a good way to quit smoking conventional cigarettes. You may have heard that e-cigarettes are better for your health than cigarettes that contain tobacco. It's possible you heard that they aren’t bad for you at all. There’s a lot of rumor floating around about e-cigarettes, [...]
Nobody enjoys the fatigue, lack of focus, and irritability that comes with sleep deprivation. But new studies show that insomnia and sleep apnoea can have far worse effects than just robbing you of your beauty sleep. Sleep Disorders Linked to Dementia, Alzheimer's New research has identified a link between sleep disorders, such as insomnia and [...]
