The American Heart Association (AHA) released a new scientific statement highlighting the potential link between oral health and cardiovascular outcomes. According to the AHA journal Circulation, new data suggests that periodontal disease may contribute to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Over 40 percent of U.S. adults over age 30 have periodontal disease, with higher prevalence among men, older adults, people who do not engage in regular physical activity, and people with limited access to dental care and nutritious foods.
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader’s money, real estate, and business coverage.
