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No, It’s Not Just Sugary Food That’s Responsible for Poor Oral Health in America’s Children, Especially in Appalachia
By Daniel W. McNeil and Mary L. Marazita Children

No, It’s Not Just Sugary Food That’s Responsible for Poor Oral Health in America’s Children, Especially in Appalachia

Brushing your teeth is essential for maintaining optimal oral health, but like most aspects of health, the full story is more complicated. As directors of the Center for Oral Health Research in Appalachia, we know firsthand that inequalities exist when it comes to oral health, including in children. Some people or groups have considerably more […]

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School Start Times and Screen Time Late in the Evening Exacerbate Sleep Deprivation in US Teenagers
By Horacio de la Iglesia Children

School Start Times and Screen Time Late in the Evening Exacerbate Sleep Deprivation in US Teenagers

With the school year underway around the U.S., parents and caregivers are once again faced with the age-old struggle of wrangling groggy kids out of bed in the morning. For parents of preteens and teenagers, it can be particularly challenging. Sometimes this gets chalked up to laziness in teens. But the main reason why a […]

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