(NAPSA)-According to Dr. Susan Karabin, president of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and a practicing periodontist, periodontal disease is a classic example of an inflammatory disorder. For information on oral health, or to find a periodontist, visit www.perio.org.
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The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute launched COPD Learn More Breathe Better, a national campaign designed to improve awareness of COPD. For more information, visit www.LearnAboutCOPD.org.
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To help raise awareness for this cause, tennis superstar Maria Sharapova has teamed up with Canon U.S.A., Inc. to launch the Company's "Pink" campaign. The "Pink" campaign celebrates Canon U.S.A.'s 10-year support of the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer(r). During the month of October, Canon is creating special-edition camera/printer bundles, available while supplies last. To learn more, visit www.usa.canon.com.