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Mouth Problems Could Signal Diabetes
Bad breath, dry mouth and bleeding gums can be warning signs of diabetes, says the Academy of General Dentistry. If you have these symptoms, talk to your doctor about a diabetes screening.
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- Too Much Sitting Linked to Chronic Health Problems
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- Type 1 Diabetes Up 70 Percent in Kids, Study Finds
- U.S. Adults Face Substantial Heart Disease Risk: Study
- U.S. Diabetes Rates Soaring: CDC
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- U.S. Kids Consuming Fewer Calories, Report Finds
- U.S. Lifestyles Thwarting Heart Health Progress: Report
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- Weight Loss May Increase Testosterone Levels
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- Weight-Loss Surgery May Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
- Weight-Loss Surgery May Improve Diabetes-Related Kidney Damage
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