The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a “no” vote on the measure, preferring local control over taxes rather than a blanket statewide ban. That is because the measure is not really about imposing local taxes on apples or potato chips or milk at the corner store. Instead, it is a reaction to the Seattle City Council’s decision to tax sweetened beverages, a tax that took effect Jan. 1 and raised more than $10 million in its first six months.
And #DYK that cavities are preventable? Practicing a good oral hygiene routine coupled with regular dental visits, drinking fluoridated water, dental sealants and fluoride varnishes can help kids grow up cavity-free. #teethmatter
#DYK: Cavities in baby teeth often lead to cavities in adult teeth? Ask your dentist these three questions to set your little one’s teeth up for success 🦷
https://www.themightymouth.org/3-questions-to-ask-a-dentist-or-pediatrician-about-your-babys-oral-health
Everyone deserves to enjoy the benefits of good oral health. Thank you #SmileMobile - and @Arcorafound, @DeltaDentalWA, @seattlechildren and caring providers who make the SmileMobile possible - for providing dental care access in rural and underserved communities. #teethmatter
Thumbs up for our #SmileMobile clinic in Spokane! 🙌 Thank you to the incredible Marshallese community health workers who helped patients feel comfortable and secure during their visits. #access #removingbarriers
📰 Read more in @SpokesmanReview ➡ https://bit.ly/3vpAwAy
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A scary thought: you turn on the kitchen tap and nothing comes out! 😱 But have no fear, your amazing #wateroperators are here to ensure balanced drinking water is there when you need it. Raise a glass to those who keep our smiles and whole bodies healthy! #ValueWater
It's time for #Medicare to reflect the fact that oral health is integral to overall health and that including preventive dental care coverage is not only good health policy, it is the right thing to do. #teethmatter
A broken tooth shouldn’t mean an impossible choice between groceries and #DentalCare. Older adults and people with disabilities paid into #Medicare their whole working lives. It should cover their whole bodies. #MouthsinMedicare
Congratulations, @PurpleHayesRN and @DocJeffD!
So proud of @PurpleHayesRN and @DocJeffD, who were awarded the MLK Medal for Distinguished Service by the @KCCouncil for their incredible leadership throughout the #COVID19 pandemic.
Calgary residents overwhelmingly voted to restore water fluoridation. This is a win for all Calgary residents - regardless of age and socio-economic income level. This is a win for health equity. This is a win for public health. #teethmatter ...https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/calgarians-votes-yes-to-fluoride-in-city-water-supply-1.5628622
