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"A tooth infection can kill you, but rarely," warns a Cleveland Clinic expert. Here's how to recognize the risks and how it can escalate.

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Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at risk of dementia? Emerging research suggests that the bacteria ...

The bacteria in your mouth and on your tongue may be linked to changes in brain function as you age, new research suggested.

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A new study reveals how harmful oral bacteria may impact the brain by directly entering the bloodstream, potentially causing ...

Scientists uncover a surprising link between mouth bacteria and brain health, revealing how your mouth may influence ...

Gum disease, or periodontitis, has been linked to poorer cognitive function. Researchers believe this connection may be due ...

Fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot and ringworm, occur when one type of fungal microbe becomes too prevalent in one area of the body so that the immune system cannot defeat it.

People often make mistakes in differentiating between viral fever and fever caused by bacterial infection. Due to cold weather, changing seasons, and weak immunity, adults and children can fall ...