The current aerosol asthma inhalers we use are cheap but, because of the gases they contain, are one of the NHS's biggest contributions to climate change. Other countries think alternatives are superior - and some patients in the UK who have switched say they are controlling their asthma better. So, could millions of people be prescribed different inhalers?
Scientists believe they have worked out why biting down on ice or drinking something really cold causes excruciating pain for some people.
Three British nationals have been brought back to the UK from Sierra Leone for medical assessment after coming into close contact with two people diagnosed with Lassa fever.
Charcoal-based toothpastes, which claim to whiten teeth, are a "marketing gimmick" which could increase the risk of tooth decay and staining, says a review in the British Dental Journal.
“This work raises two really important related but separate questions: Do we need opioids, and do we need the procedure?” asked the researcher.
The Saudi Dental Society and Colgate have partnered to launch a nationwide awareness campaign, Oral Health Month, with the support of over 3200 dentists across the Kingdom. The campaign offers free dental checkups across the country alongside an interactive roadshow across three cities, to drive home the message among Saudi citizens about the benefits of a preventive approach to oral health.
Read MoreJEDDAH: Every year, the last week in March is observed by GCC countries as “Oral Health Week” as part of a plan to promote preventive measures to reduce the incidence of oral and dental disease.
Read MoreJEDDAH: The president of the Saudi Orthodontic Society (SOS) said Saturday at the 11th International Orthodontic symposium that it is his organization’s mission to upgrade the level of orthodontic care to reach excellence and raise the level of awareness in the population.
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Study shows increasing risk of brain blockage with more severe gum disease
JEDDAH: A well-aligned set of all the 32 teeth are an important part of one’s personality, especially for those seeking jobs in the defense or civil sectors. To gain that confident smile, such people are ready to shell out large sums of money to dental specialists, says a report.
