Researchers are only now beginning to understand how consequential the Medicaid program has been for the lives of Americans. Fifty years after Medicaid became available, children who received health insurance through the program are healthier, living longer and working more, according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Pop-up clinics and charitable events are not long-term solutions to addressing the insufficient access to dental care in Washington State. Investing in efforts that improve dental care access for at-risk populations will lead to better health and lower medical costs.
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.
Contrary to what many people believe, fluoride is not some evil scourge of industrial society. Wired Science blogger Deborah Blum debunks some anti-fluoride misinformation, and shares a natural history of the element.
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Health equity is achieved when every person-regardless of income level, ethnicity, race, gender identity, where they live and the language they speak at home-is able to reach their full health potential. We can achieve health equity by addressing social determinants. #teethmatter
At @FamiliesUSA, our four core focus areas or pillars are Health care Value, Health Equity, Coverage and Consumer Experience. Health Care consumer Sa'Ra Skipper explains what #HealthEquity is and why it's so important. #PeopleFirstCare
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The family that brushes together has good oral health together. Parents and guardians are a child's first teacher. When caregivers prioritize oral health, it encourages little ones to also adopt good dental care habits at an early age to them on a lifelong path of good oral health. #teethmatter
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The family that brushes together has good oral health together. Parents and guardians are a child's first teacher. When caregivers prioritize oral health, it also influences kids, encouraging little ones to adopt good oral health care habits at an early age. #teethmatter
One of the most important things for your child’s dental health is introducing a dental care routine as early as possible. An easy way to do that is by making daily brushing something fun to look forward to! Get started with these three simple ideas.
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