General Health

Dental checks have a ‘lifesaving role’ in Scottish healthcare

Scottish Labour data has revealed that dental checks can be “lifesaving” in identifying cancer. The party has called on the Scottish National Party to ensure the checks are available to all Scottish...

Improving mouth cancer management

A look at the role of the dental professional in head and neck cancer treatment.

Making the difference

Jacob Watwood discusses the links between periodontitis and increased stroke risk.

Viva las vegan

Andrew Turner outlines the effects of veganism on oral health.

Head and neck cancer risk reduced by drinking coffee

The analysis of data from more than a dozen studies has revealed that coffee and tea consumption has been linked with lower risks of developing head and neck cancer, including cancers of the mouth and...

Wear and tear

Luke Hutchings discusses the best way to approach the issue of dental erosion.

Changes in preconception health indicators revealed

A study that looked at preconception health across three generations in the UK has found that some unhealthy behaviours such as smoking and soft drink consumption have decreased over time, while rates...

Smoking cessation services face funding uncertainty

An annual survey has found a record expansion in local authority-run stop smoking services following major investment.

Winter sun hazards

Phil Silver discusses the link between UV rays and oral cancer.

Sugary drinks increase the risk of cardiovascular disease

Scientists have revealed that drinking sweetened beverages raises your risk of stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.

Head and neck cancer research survey launched

The University of Derby has published a research survey to explore the knowledge of the role of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in head and neck cancer within the male population.

Junk food advertising restrictions confirmed

Children will no longer be exposed to TV adverts for unhealthy food products as the new law confirms the details of advertising restrictions.