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More than 747,000 Canadians are living with #alzheimers disease or another #dementia and is the leading cause of death. January is dedicated to Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and the importance of learning more about the disease, understanding symptoms, early warning signs and how to communicate with patients who have the disease. More at: http://www.alzheimer.ca//About-dementia/Alzheimer-s-disease @AlzCanada

ODHA wishes everyone good health, happiness and prosperity in the New Year. With #COVID19 still with us, here are some tips to stay in shape mentally and physically and commit to making 2021 a year like no other. Stay connected with ODHA social media for the latest pandemic studies and research on issues affecting #oralhealth and #overallhealth. Check ODHA’s website for #oralcare fact sheets and talk to a dental hygienist. https://odha.on.ca/your-oral-health/oral-health-facts/ https://stacyknows.com/5-inspirational-new-years-resolutio/ @ontarioodha #oralhealth

Research studies show promising results that certain #toothpaste and mouthwashes can help reduce the spread of #COVID19. Toothpastes containing zinc or stannous, and mouthwashes with cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) were able to neutralize the virus by 99.9%. The studies are part of Colgate’s research program on the efficacy of #oralcare products to slow viral transmission. https://pressreleasenetwork.com//colgate-laboratory-tests/ #infectiousdiseases #healthymouth

ODHA awards are an initiative the association takes to heart. The awards recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions and demonstrate commitment to the dental hygiene profession. Three awards were recently presented virtually due to pandemic restrictions. Congratulations to ODHA Distinguished Service Award recipient Jocelyne King, and ODHA Community Service Award recipients Maureen Adams and Nancy-Jo Demers. You can watch all the 2020 virtual award presentations here: https://odha.on.ca/odha-2020-awards/

ODHA’s member insurance broker and provider, PROLINK and Economical sponsored a $5,000 giveaway draw for members. ODHA President Carrie Vondrau and Pearl Sarafian from PROLINK connected virtually to congratulate the draw winner, Leslie R. upon receiving the $5,000 cheque. Congratulations, Leslie! Here’s what she had to say about PROLINK and Economical: I thought I already had a good deal with my home insurance coverage with Economical. Through the brokers at PROLINK Insuranc...e, It’s always been easy to get questions answered, learn about what coverage I need and to make payments. Never in million years did I think, when I entered my name in the draw, I would actually be the winner. I can’t tell you how shocked and happy I am to hear I am the recipient of one of Economical’s generous $5000 cash prizes. Learn more about the full range of coverage available to ODHA members for home, auto and more: https://prolink.insure/odha-home-auto-quote-questionnaire/ See more

TODAY is the LAST day to purchase your ODHA membership and have your 2021 malpractice insurance in place for the start of new year. It is also the last day to be included in the December draw for your chance to win a Montana Jack hand instrument by Paradise Dental Technologies. Keep your voice in the province where you work. ODHA Your profession. Your province. Your association. Call 1.800.315.6342 today until 3:00 p.m. or purchase online: https://odha.on.ca/renewals/ #dentalhygiene #dentalhygienist

For the first time using #3dprinting technology, scientists have created a synthetic human #tongue with soft textured surface that opens possibilities for testing food interactions, pharmaceutics and dry mouth therapies. A biomimetic tongue will be immensely helpful to increase development productivity and reduce manufacturers’ reliance on human trials. https://www.leeds.ac.uk//3d_printing_the_first_ever_biomim #biometrics #oralhealth #innovation

Dental professionals report an increase in the number of patients wanting to fix the black triangles or gaps between their #teeth. There are a number of reasons for these open gingival embrasures such as gum recession, bone loss, orthodontic treatment, fragile tissue and poor dental hygiene habits. Read more about causes and treatment. https://www.healthline.com//dental-/black-triangles-teeth #oralcare #dentalhygiene

A dental team @RUDN University found that change in the dominant side of chewing was a key factor for early deterioration of dental #implants combined with increased loads on the prostheses in the first 3 to 6 months. The discovery can help dental professionals plan the recovery process after implantation surgeries. https://www.thieme-connect.de//abst/10.1055/s-0040-1715551 #oralcare #implantology

COVID19 and holiday celebrationstake care of #oralhealth and #overallhealth during the holiday season and throughout the year. Read and download copies of ODHA #oralcare fact sheets at www.odha.on.ca. Mayo Clinic offers some tips for gathering safely and how to stay #healthy and stress-free during the festive seasonand beyond. https://www.mayoclinic.org//covid-19-holiday/art-20503363 https://www.mayoclinic.org//s/in-depth/stress/art-20047544 www.lovemyteeth.ca #stressmanagement #anxiety #COVID19

Members, watch your email for a COVID-19 update including ODHA’s vaccine advocacy efforts to the Ontario government on behalf of Ontario dental hygienists. #dentalhygiene

The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the importance of being covered with an umbrella of protection. Your ODHA membership includes amazing malpractice insurance including $5 million aggregate, $3 million per claim with no extra costs. Are you covered for 2021? Tomorrow is the last day to purchase your ODHA membership and have your 2021 malpractice insurance in place for January 1st. https://odha.on.ca/renewals/ #dentalhygiene #dentalhygienist

A special message from the ODHA Board of Directors: Best wishes to everyone celebrating a holiday. Here’s to a healthy and happy new year.

As countries prepare for a #COVID19 #vaccine, the medical community is looking at herd #immunity and its implications for virus control to protect susceptible individuals from infection by having high immunity within the population. Learn how health care providers can help patients better understand herd #immunity, how it is achieved and the immunity threshold needed to prevent future outbreaks. https://www.practiceupdate.com//herd-immunity-and-i/109361 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2772168 #immunization #infectiousdiseases

Graphics from @Fraserhealth uses actual data from contact tracers in different group settings to show how easily #COVID19 can spread. An infected person at a fitness class, a wedding and in a workplace showed rampant spread of the virus leading to dozens of new cases, several hospitalizations and self-isolations and one death. https://www.huffingtonpost.ca//fraser-health-covid-graphic #publichealth #pandemic

Medical experts @TuftsUniversity provide advice and tips on getting into the right mindset for the holiday season by setting goals that can frame thoughts and actions. Scenarios show how you can support healthy routines with positive outcomes and feel good mentally and physically. More at: https://www.tuftsmedicalcenter.org//Tips-f/Holiday-Mindset #wellness #mentalhealth

Studies have determined the mouth heals faster than the skin, even in the face of ongoing chewing & exposure to microbes. New #research has identified oral #stemcells in the roof of the mouth that quickly respond to heal cuts and sores, which could be key to improving wound healing throughout the body and better understanding of how people get #oralcancer. https://www.nih.gov//newly-identified-oral-stem-cell-key-w #oralhealth #primarycare

The holiday season has ODHA in a giving mood! Starting today until December 31st, ODHA members can get the Cannabis: Implications for Dental Professionals, and Drug Addiction online learning courses for FREE both presented by Dr. Jose Lança, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology in the Faculty of Dentistry and Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. These evidence-based courses are relevant for oral health professionals and valuable for QA learning goals! Non-member pricing available. https://odha.on.ca/courses/ #dentalhygiene

A large study conducted between 2013 to 2018 involving 21,618 US adults found #ecigarette use was associated with significant increased risk of major respiratory diseases including #COPD, #emphysema, chronic #bronchitis and #asthma. These findings were independent of other tobacco products. Learn more at: https://jamanetwork.com//jamanetworko/fullarticle/2772829 #vaping #respirology

Episode 26 of Conversations with Dr. Glogauer is now available and includes an interview with Dr. Carlos Quiñonez, dental public health specialist and associate professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. This episode includes discussion on the establishment of a five-year research program offering no-cost oral health care to thousands of individuals and families who could not otherwise afford it. Keynotes and 18 additional resources are available with this episode for layered learning. Listen here: https://odha.on.ca/pr/weekly-conversation-with-dr-glogauer/

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is held annually on Dec. 6 when Canada commemorates the tragic 1989 mass shooting of 14 women at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal. For 31 years the day has become a focal point for taking action and speaking up against gender-based violence. Learn more at: https://cfc-swc.gc.ca/commemoration/vaw-vff/index-en.html https://familytransitionplace.ca//national-day-of-remembr/ @Women_Canada @Femmes_Canada #OurActionsMatter

Put #oralcare on your holiday gift list floss, toothpaste, toothbrushes, interdental cleaning products and rinses make ideal stocking stuffers for all ages. Choose from a wide selection of items on the dental aisle and talk to #dentalhygienist who can recommend specific home care products. https://www.healthline.com/health/dental-and-oral-health @ontarioodha #dentalhygiene

Congratulations to the November ODHA membership draw winners! Oral-B Genius Bluetooth power brush package by Crest+Oral-B: Renata Pona, Theresa Lam, Pamela Gualazzi, Susan Webster. Bonus draw winner of $500 cash: Yogeeta Jairam. There’s less than 3 weeks left! Purchase your ODHA membership by December 31st and be included in this month’s draw for your chance to win 1 of 4 Montana Jack hand instruments by Paradise Dental Technologies. https://odha.on.ca/renewals/

In case you missed it: Drs. Madathil and Allison from McGill University, Dr. Siqueira from the University of Saskatchewan, Drs. Glogauer and Quiñonez from the University of Toronto, and Dr. McNally from Dalhousie University invite you to participate in a study to estimate the risk of COVID 19 among Canadian dental hygienists. For more information and the link to the survey, please see: https://cdho.org//default-docum/dh-recruitment-english.pdf

A new clinical trial involving 25,871 participants found that vitamin D #supplementation resulted in a significant reduction in the incidence of advanced #cancers (metastatic or fatal). The strongest risk reduction was observed in individuals with normal weight. Read more: https://jamanetwork.com//10.10/jamanetworkopen.2020.25850 #oncology @cancersociety