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Bad breath? Brush your tongue!
Giving your tongue a gentle brushing removes dead cells, bacteria and food debris. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush or a flexible tongue scraper. Another option is to use a toothbrush with a built-in tongue cleaner on the back. Be sure to brush your teeth and tongue at least twice a day.
Bad breath: Could a tongue scraper help?
A tongue scraper may reduce bad breath temporarily, but proper dental hygiene remains essential.
Back pain during pregnancy: 7 tips for relief
Ease a painful or achy back while pregnant with these simple tips.
Axona: Medical food to treat Alzheimer's
Axona — Can a supplement treat Alzheimer's disease?
Auditory processing disorder (APD)
This type of hearing loss involves the brain. Learn about ways that can help people with the condition hear better.
Asthma in children: Creating an asthma action plan
Managing childhood asthma can be complicated. Take control with a written plan.
Asthma diet: Does what you eat make a difference?
Can what you eat affect your asthma? Learn how healthy eating habits may reduce asthma symptoms.
Artificial tears: How to select eye drops for dry eyes
Not all eye drops are the same. Here's what to consider when choosing artificial tears for dry eyes.
Arthritis pain: Do's and don'ts
Arthritis pain — To cope, strike a balance between activity and rest.
Arcus senilis: A sign of high cholesterol?
With this condition, older adults develop a gray arc around the cornea of the eyes.
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