a strange thing that a cousin just posted on Facebook

[Bertha Venation]

This cousin is a lovely woman, about 15 years older than me, the daughter of my grandmother's sister. We've never met but have corresponded.

Here is what she posted:

"study revealed that those with gingivitis and periodontitis have a mortality rate that's 23 to 46 percent higher than those without the gum diseases. Taking care of your mouth, it seems, really can lengthen your life."

That's it. No prelude, no link -- and no comments.

Hmm.

[WillParkinson]

1. I have friends who do that, too...

One today said: "I should have called a time out."

Um....yeah, sure.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

2. My dear Bertha...

Sounds like she's one of those people who cut to the chase without preamble...

But I think she's right. Serious untreated gum disease can cause infection in your heart. I have heard this elsewhere...

:hi:

[Mr. Blonde]

3. I would also

say there is some correlation without causation. Poor mouth care and poor rest of body care probably goes together.

[Richard Steele]

4. Yes- people with gingivitis have WAY more heart attacks, in every age range.

The connection isn't well understood,
but it's well established.

[underpants]

5. There is a link between teeth and heart attacks

look it up

[Tuesday Afternoon]

6. good PSA ---

:hi:

[Boojatta]

7. Public Service Announcement?

At first I thought "Pea Suv Advice", but that can't be right, can it?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

8. You got it, my dear Boojatta! That's what it is...

Public Service Announcement.

:hi:

[applegrove]

9. I've heard that before but I cannot remember where I saw it or why it is so.