Duensing Family Dentistry in North Kansas City, Missouri
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San Jose Health Watch: Budget Strain, Staffing Shifts, and Cold-Weather Support
San Jose, CA – February 23, 2026 – Local health safety net faces budget strain as officials push warming-center support during cold snaps this week.
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How safe are dental x-rays?
How safe are dental x-rays? There is very little risk in dental X-rays. Dentists are especially careful to limit the amount of radiation to which children and adults are exposed….
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Sepsis Treatment in 2025: What Doctors Do to Save Lives
This article explains how sepsis is treated in 2025 so patients and caregivers know what to expect and why speed matters. It outlines the first hour of care—rapid recognition, blood tests and cultures, immediate IV antibiotics, and carefully guided IV fluids—followed by source control (such as draining an abscess) and close monitoring of oxygen levels, blood pressure, and lactate. You’ll learn about common ICU supports like norepinephrine for low blood pressure, ventilation for breathing failure, kidney support if needed, and when steroids may be added for persistent shock. The piece highlights newer tools that help save lives—fast pathogen tests, bedside ultrasound, and data-driven risk scores—alongside antibiotic stewardship to target germs and limit side effects. It also covers comfort, delirium prevention, early mobility, nutrition, and planning for recovery after discharge. Throughout, it offers clear questions to ask the care team and practical tips so families can partner in timely, effective treatment.
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AI in Oral Health: Insights from Harvard Symposium
Explore how AI is revolutionizing dentistry, from virtual dentists to advanced diagnosis tools. Dive into the future of oral health with us.
