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As we age, oral health plays increasing role in overall health

All health care professionals need to promote good oral hygiene in the elderly population UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT Oral health is a critical component to overall health for all ages, but according to dental and medical experts from UConn Health, vigilance is especially critical for the elderly. In a review article recently published in the Journal...

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Here’s How to Get Stronger After 50

You don’t have to lift less as you get older—you just have to make a few adjustments to your training. Outside|Abigail Barronian Photo: Rob And Julia Campbell/Stocksy It’s no secret that our bodies change as we age. Muscle mass and strength decline, it takes longer to recover from hard efforts, and our capacity to handle...