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Clear communication is important. During #HealthLiteracyMonth, explore helpful online resources for using plain language in public health communication: tinyurl.com/59dv5bwx
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Join us on October 25 for a webinar featuring well-known pharmacist, #dental educator, and author Tom Viola, RPh, CCP, who will address how to identify signs of opioid misuse in patients and outline essential precautions for dental settings. ow.ly/MWam50PUA33
AIDPH assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oral health professionals regarding LGBTQIA+ oral health. See their findings and guidance for improving person-focused care at bit.ly/lgbtqia-workforce
Dental providers can take various steps to ensure more LGBTQIA+ people receive the care they need. One step is systemic change, such as modifying dental clinic policies. More info at tinyurl.com/5n7fmm62 #LGBTQoralhealth
It’s #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, an Oct 19 webinar (7p ET) will help dental teams recognize signs of violence and talk sensitively with patients. CERP credit available. Register at tinyurl.com/53m7zfs4
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If you’re out for the season after making a number of well publicized and questionable choices about your own health, seems prudent not to criticize another player who is faring quite well with his health choices (including being vaccinated), no? 🤔
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#NationalBrushDay is Nov 1, a reminder to brush those pearly whites! This year, we want you to share your favorite toothbrushing song 🎤 by tagging #NBDToothTunes 🎵 on November 1st! Listen to the National Brush Day playlist here: spoti.fi/3r5F5Cr #2min2x #healthymouths
It’s #NationalDentalHygieneMonth! We salute dental hygienists and the critical roles they play to promote good oral health.
Our leaders and members are committed to raising parents’ awareness of oral health. #ForKidsHealth
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October is right around the corner and so is #NationalBrushDay! So don't forget to download the FREE 2023 marketing materials to help spread the word and “Share Your Favorite Toothbrushing Song”! bit.ly/3LuzYCx #NBDToothTunes
Public schools are an ideal place for reaching children and teens who are at higher risk of tooth decay. This resource document by @ohrc_gu offers guidance on strategies: tinyurl.com/5d8nhx96
Learn how to use data for integrated, value-based care and to improve #healthequity for US #veterans. Free CE credits are available for this 9/28 webinar (12n ET). Register at tinyurl.com/35fehymn
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#FactFriday: The risk of developing high blood pressure (hypertension) is significantly higher in adults who have lost teeth and in people with gum disease. Learn more about #oralhealth's connection to overall health during #NationalGumCareMonth. ow.ly/x27Y50PIiW8
A new white paper examines the unmet oral health needs of Hispanic Americans. Read and share it to raise awareness during #HispanicHeritageMonth: tinyurl.com/ukhm2dtc
It’s HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day. People with #HIV are at special risk of various oral health problems. Learn more: tinyurl.com/5n6up8hy #StopHIVTogether
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There's a NEW resource for caregivers of adults with disabilities. Access for All Smiles, developed by @mcmillenhealth, helps caregivers learn best practices for daily mouth care, behavior support techniques to make daily mouth care a success and more! pulse.ly/f83paq0oqa