YSU Wellness Series Focuses on Oral Health

Free community event explores the hidden impacts of oral health

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:32am

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A vibrant neon outline of a human mouth and teeth against a dark background, conceptually representing the importance of oral health.A free community event explores the far-reaching impacts of oral health on overall wellness.Austintown Today

Youngstown State University's Wellness for Life Speaker Series will host a free community event on April 8th focused on the importance of oral health. The 'More than Teeth: The Hidden Power of Oral Health' session will feature a presentation by YSU faculty member Ruth Palich and take place at the Austintown Senior Center.

Why it matters

Oral health is a critical but often overlooked aspect of overall wellness, with connections to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other chronic conditions. This event aims to raise awareness in the local community about the far-reaching impacts of oral health and provide practical tips for maintaining good oral hygiene.

The details

The 'More than Teeth' event will run from 12:30 to 2:30 PM on April 8th at the Austintown Senior Center. The free community lunch-and-learn session will feature a presentation by Ruth Palich, a faculty member in YSU's health sciences department, who will discuss the hidden power of oral health and its connections to broader wellness.

  • The event will take place on April 8, 2026 from 12:30 to 2:30 PM.

The players

Youngstown State University

A public university located in Youngstown, Ohio, known for its health sciences programs.

Ruth Palich

A faculty member in the health sciences department at Youngstown State University who will be presenting at the oral health event.

Austintown Senior Center

A community center in Austintown, Ohio where the oral health event will be hosted.

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The takeaway

This event highlights the importance of prioritizing oral health as part of overall wellness, and provides a valuable opportunity for the local community to learn more about the connections between oral hygiene and chronic disease prevention.