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Brushing And Flossing Could Cut Risk Of Oral HPV Infection

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Brushing And Flossing Could Cut Risk Of Oral HPV Infection

August 21, 2013 • People with poor oral health are more likely to have an oral infection with human papillomavirus. Even after the researchers factored in risks from smoking and oral sex, poor oral hygiene appeared to be an important factor.

The Toothbrush: It's In The Space Station's Toolbox. How About Yours?

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The Toothbrush: It's In The Space Station's Toolbox. How About Yours?

September 5, 2012 • Astronauts aboard the International Space Station took a spare toothbrush along on a spacewalk today and used it to help clean debris from around some bolts. What do you use them for? (Besides brushing your teeth, that is.)

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