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Featured Health Topic: Dental Health

Women have unique dental health needs due to their changing hormones.  Puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, menopause and certain types of birth control can all influence oral health in women.  Certain health conditions such as diabetes and eating disorders can affect oral health, as can certain medications.  Research also shows that oral health can affect certain health conditions.  For example, periodontal disease may increase the risk for heart disease & stroke.  

To maintain the health of your teeth, you should limit sugary foods and drinks, brush at least twice-daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss every day and visit a dentist twice a year.  Don't forget to replace your toothbrush every 3 months because a new toothbrush is better at removing dental plaque than an old one.  If you use tobacco - quit!  Tobacco use increases your risk of oral cancer, gingivitis, periodontitis and tooth decay.

Click here for recommended web links on dental health. 

To learn more about the mouth-body connection, take this quiz from WebMD: Can the Right Dental Care Save Your Life

 

Just for Dads!

 

 

 



Boot Camp for New Dads
This class is for first time expectant fathers. No women allowed! 
Next class:
Saturday, July 18
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Prepared Childbirth Class


Prepared Childbirth
This 5-week course prepares mom and her partner for labor and birth.
Next Monday Series: 
July 27 - August 24
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Baby Sign Language


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Sign Language for Budding Babies
Learn basic signs using American Sign Language to communicate with pre-verbal infants and children.
Next class: 
July 28
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Current Art Exhibit:

"Outside In"
by
Michelle Heffley


"Solo"

Showing in the Women's Health Information Center
July 1-31, 2009

M-F, 9:00-5:00 or by appointment: (919) 843-1759

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Upcoming Classes











Choosing and Using Childcare
Learn strategies for finding quality child care for infants, toddlers and school-age children.
Next class: 
July 21
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Infant/Child CPR
This class teaches basic CPR techniques for infants, children and adults.
Next class:  
July 25
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Photographing Your Baby
Learn to capture vibrant photos of your new baby.
Next class: 
July 27
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Mom's & Emotions
Learn about depression and anxiety disorders, by far the most common serious medical complications of pregnancy.  Women who have had previous depression or anxiety disorders are encouraged to attend.
Next class: July
29

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