Parents and Kids Tell the Washington Legislature: ‘Do Not Cut Vital Programs for Families’
At Have a Heart for Kids Day last week, more than 200 parents, children and advocates delivered a powerful message to Washington state legislators: Preserve vital programs for kids and families when you balance the budget. A morning rain stopped as children raised banners, hoisted signs declaring “Kids Not Cuts” and then led the rally…
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First birthday. First tooth. First dental visit. #teethmatter
Visiting the dentist by age 1 is key for building a lifetime of good #OralHealth. Learn what to expect during a first dental visit to support your child’s happy smile: http://buff.ly/3u8X365
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Access to preventive dental care for expectant parents helps set parents and newborns on a healthy path. That's because babies aren't born with the germ responsible for cavities; it's passed on through caregiver interactions like kisses and shared food. #teethmatter
A sneaky culprit for #babyteeth cavities? Spoons! 🥣 Did you know you that when sharing utensils, you may pass cavity-causing germs to your baby? That's why it's important for new parents to keep their smiles healthy. Find dental care today. ➡ https://dentistlink.org/. #ToothTip
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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
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#HappyBirthdayHeadStart #CelebrateHeadStart
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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