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What is the silent killer of teeth? Troy Family Dental shares
SUMMARY: Troy Family Dental in Troy, Illinois emphasizes the crucial link between oral health and overall well-being. They advocate for regular dental checkups and good hygiene to prevent periodontal disease, which can lead to serious health issues like heart disease and diabetes. The disease often lacks symptoms until significant damage occurs, making early detection vital. The clinic utilizes bacteria samples and X-rays to diagnose and treat gum disease effectively. Patients are advised to brush twice daily and use floss and water picks for optimal oral care. Troy Family Dental aims to provide a family-like experience for all their patients.
SPONSORED – A healthy mouth leads to a healthy body. That’s why it’s important to take care of your teeth and gums to keep gum disease from happening. Gum disease is the silent killer of teeth; it’s known as periodontal disease, and it eats away at the bone holding the teeth in place. If caught early, periodontal disease can be treated and cured.
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Tampa prepares for Hurricane Milton, flights cancelled at Lambert
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Milton explodes into a major hurricane headed toward Florida’s coast, and Tampa is bracing for a direct hit.
The final flight from Tampa landed at Lambert Airport just around 12:45 a.m. Tuesday morning. As Hurricane Milton makes a beeline for the Gulf Coast, airports across Florida are shutting down in preparation.
Students, tourists, and people who live in Florida are scrambling to escape the path of Hurricane Milton, which is expected to hit Tampa head-on. St. Pete-Clearwater International will close after the last flight Tuesday night, and Orlando International Airport will shut down operations Wednesday morning.
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Hurricane damages IV factory; concerns for supply chains in U.S., STL
SUMMARY: Concerns are rising regarding supply chain disruptions due to Hurricane Milton. The Saint Charles County Ambulance District is closely monitoring health care supplies, especially IV bags, which are essential for patient care but have been affected by a factory shutdown in North Carolina due to hurricane damage. The district collaborates with local hospitals and health agencies to ensure adequate stock levels. Professor Mitch Millstein highlights that port infrastructure and its potential impact on the economy, particularly on food imports and inflation, should also be considered. The ambulance district emphasizes cautious supply distribution to maintain patient care standards.
The devastating damage from Hurricane Helene included a factory in North Carolina where much of the IV bags used in the United States are produced. The bags are used to administer liquids and medicine to patients in need of care.
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SSM Health opens new outpatient center in O’Fallon, Missouri
SUMMARY: Saint Charles County residents can now access quality healthcare closer to home with the opening of a new SSM Health outpatient center in O’Fallon, Missouri. Officials recently cut the ribbon for the facility, which integrates services from Cardinal Glennon Pediatrics and SSM Health Medical Group. The center includes a fully functioning lab, retail pharmacy, imaging services, and a pediatric floor, along with primary care, psychiatry, dermatology, and weight loss support. As the area experiences rapid population growth, this facility aims to meet the healthcare needs of the community, which has over 400,000 residents, including nearly 100,000 in O’Fallon.
St. Charles County residents no longer need to commute to St. Louis to get quality healthcare.
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