On World Cancer Day (February 4), Canada’s dental hygienists will renew their commitment to the global fight against cancer, which claims 8.2 million lives worldwide every year. World Cancer Day’s new three-year “We can. I can.” campaign theme emphasizes the role that we all have to play in raising awareness and reducing the impact of cancer on … Read more
On November 20, Canada’s dental hygienists will celebrate Universal Children’s Day by reminding us all of the need to improve access to high-quality preventive oral health care in this country. The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) strongly believes that all Canadians, including children, should have access to timely oral health care by the right provider, in … Read more
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is committed to working with its dental industry partners to build a stronger awareness and deeper understanding of the dental hygiene profession and to advocate and promote oral health nationwide. As CDHA prepares for its upcoming national conference in Victoria, BC, October 29‒31, it celebrates its thriving partnerships with … Read more
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) joins other members of Canada’s Health Action Lobby (HEAL) to remind federal leaders that Canadians want government to make the challenges facing our health-care system a priority. Public opinion research consistently reveals that Canadians care deeply about finding the sustainable and cost-effective options that will enhance our national health. … Read more
Canada’s dental hygienists call on all levels of government to take steps to minimize the potential negative public health consequences of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), particularly for youth. In its recently released Position Statement on E-Cigarettes, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) asserts that a ban on e-cigarettes sales to minors, a ban on flavourings in … Read more
Canada’s dental hygienists call on all federal parties to commit to addressing the costly issue of limited access to preventive oral care in Canada. The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) said that inadequate government supports for dental treatment and oral care, particularly for First Nations and Inuit peoples as well as Canadian seniors, have created inequities … Read more
As active supporters of World No Tobacco Day (May 31), Canada’s dental hygienists remind Canadians of the need to eliminate tobacco use for improved oral and overall health. The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) and the Canadian Coalition for Action on Tobacco urge the federal government to develop new and innovative tobacco control strategies for … Read more
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased to see that the 2015 Spring Reports of the Auditor General of Canada focus on the critical issue of access to health services and medical transportation for remote First Nations communities. More information is available online. Call 1-800-267-5235.
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is officially launching a public awareness campaign to encourage the use of sports mouthguards. The CDHA Board of Directors recently endorsed the 2012 position statement — "Putting More Bite into Injury Prevention." More information is available online. Call 613-224-5515 x 134.
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association is calling on the federal government to provide strong support for tobacco controls. The association said that Canada’s Federal Tobacco Control Strategy has resulted in significant reductions in the levels of tobacco use in Canada. The association said it supports ongoing, stable funding for the Federal Tobacco Control Strategy in … Read more
