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Gum treatment may aid diabetes control but not prevent heart disease

The American Heart Association said in December 2025 that gum disease remains associated with cardiovascular disease, but evidence has not established cause and effect. By contrast, a 2022 Cochrane review found that treating periodontitis modestly improved blood glucose control in people with diabetes.

APPI News Editorial 7 min

Weekly container cleaning disrupts dengue mosquito breeding

The World Health Organization advises households to empty, clean and cover water-holding containers every week to limit dengue mosquito breeding. Rain can refill plant saucers, discarded tires and other small containers, so source reduction depends on repeated checks rather than a one-time cleanup.

APPI News Editorial 3 min