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Can treating gum disease help slow Alzheimer’s progression?

September 15, 2026 - News

A Belgian interdisciplinary research team is investigating whether non-surgical periodontal treatment could reduce inflammation and help slow cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer’s disease. Supported by a grant from the Eklund Foundation, this study specifically investigates the relationship between oral health and cognitive health, including its potential impact on brain function, within the broader context […]

Marie Nordström shares insights from Research on Key Health Factors behind Caries-Free Young Adults

April 17, 2026 - News

In 2020, Marie Nordström, Dentist and Lecturer, PhD candidate at the Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, received an Eklund Foundation grant to study why some young adults manage to stay caries-free despite socio-economic challenges. Five years later, she reflects on the key findings, what surprised her, and how the research is moving forward.  Marie’s interest in public […]