Archives for: February 2025

New Study Suggests Flossing can Help Prevent Strokes

February 12th, 2025
People who floss their teeth at least once a week are reducing their risk of stroke caused by blood clots, researchers reported at the International Stroke Conference. Flossing Lowers Stroke Risk Flossing is associated with a 22 percent lower risk of… more »

Blood Test may Determine Long COVID Risk

February 5th, 2025
A simple blood test might determine which patients are at risk for long COVID, a new study says. Long COVID Risk Higher levels of leukocytes—a form of white-blood cell, are associated with more severe symptoms of long COVID among older women, research… more »