To many of us, this might seem a little weird but mental health is linked to oral health and vice versa. We all know that both the mind and body have a serious relationship. Research has found that the people with mental illnesses tend to have bad oral health.
Happy Birthday, Head Start! When children suffer from oral health, their ability to learn suffers. Through the Oral Health Action Plan in Washington state, Head Start focuses on oral health education, prevention and access to care to help children stay healthy and ready to learn. ...#CelebratingHeadStart #HappyBirthdayHeadStart
#HappyBirthdayHeadStart #CelebrateHeadStart
When children suffer from oral health, their ability to learn suffers. Through the Oral Health Action Plan in WA state, Head Start focuses on oral health education, prevention and access to care to help children stay healthy and ready to learn. #CelebratingHeadStart
Did you know that for 57 years, @HeadStartgov programs have provided comprehensive services to more than a million children each year and their families? Join us today in wishing Head Start programs and staff a very happy birthday! #HappyBdayHeadStart
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Every child deserves an opportunity to thrive. Preventive measures like community water fluoridation help make that happen, helping protect teeth against needless suffering from painful cavities and tooth loss. #teethmatter
Advancing dental workforce diversity can ensure patients get the care they need to live healthier. Research shows that health outcome is improved when patients have health providers with similar experiences, speak the same language, or a shared cultural background. #teethmatter
“Advancing diversity within the dental industry and addressing inequities in oral health” highlights how @DeltaDentalWA’s Lolinda Turner is making waves in the dental industry.
https://www.deltadental.com/institute/news/advancing-diversity-within-the-dental-industry-and-addressing-inequities-in-oral-health/
Every child deserves an opportunity to thrive. Preventive measures like community water fluoridation help make that happen by helping protect teeth against painful cavities and needless discomfort. #teethmatter
