4/17/2008
We've all found ourselves chatting with someone whose breath could easily wilt a flower. If it’s you, you’re not alone. More than 90 million people suffer from chronic bad breath, known as halitosis. But here are some tips you can try to fight it. First, a clean tongue goes a long way to warding off bad breath. Chew gum like it's going out of style. Believe it or not, saliva is your best weapon against bad breath. Chew gum like it's going out of style. Believe it or not, saliva is your best weapon against bad breath. Drinking water has a lot of health benefits, and preventing bad breath is one of them. And finally, if there is a persistent odor in your mouth, see a dentist. Your dentist will be able to pinpoint any cavities, decay, or even periodontal disease, that might be causing your bad breath.
Though breast cancer death rates are declining -- mostly due to earlier diagnosis -- the disease remains the second leading cause of cancer death in women (after lung cancer). So do something about it and get your annual mammogram. If you can’t make it to your doctor, St. John’s can come to you with our Mobile Mammography unit. To find a list of our upcoming locations, call St. John’s Referral One at 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.
