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Meet AIDPH’s Award Winners: AIDPH’s Inaugural Awards Ceremony will celebrate six oral health leaders
AIDPH is proud to announce our first awards ceremony, which will honor six individuals and organizations for their outstanding accomplishments in advancing justice, equity, and inclusion in the field of oral health. The awards ceremony will take place at Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel on March 26, 2024 as part of the organization’s seventh Annual Colloquium,… Read More »
Advancing Oral Health for Indigenous Veterans
As we prepare to commemorate Native American Heritage Month and Veterans Day this November, it’s an ideal time to delve deeper into two intertwined narratives—the service of Indigenous veterans and the pressing issue of their oral health. The Southern Plains Tribal Health Board (SPTHB) and the Native Oral Health Network (NOHN) in partnership with The… Read More »
Amplifying LGBTQIA+ Voices in Oral Health: A Student Story
By: Carmen Vega University of Michigan School of Dentistry Dental Hygiene, Class of 2024 Candidate I play the part of an oral healthcare provider and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community every day. I am a trained dental assistant and am currently completing my final year of dental hygiene school, where I serve as the… Read More »
Beyond Allyship: The Imperative of Accompliceship in LGBTQIA+ Healthcare
In the ongoing fight for LGBTQIA+ rights, distinguishing between “ally” and “accomplice” is vital. While both play essential roles, a deliberate shift from allyship to accompliceship can be crucial in advancing LGBTQIA+ patient care. As we reflect upon the strides made in LGBTQIA+ rights, we realize that a deliberate shift from ally to accomplice is a… Read More »
Advocacy in Action: A Conversation with Dr. Alex Barrera
In a conversation with Dr. Alex Barrera, we dive into the intersections of oral healthcare, advocacy, and the LGBTQIA+ experience. To learn more about Dr. Barrera, follow him on Instagram at @thedowndogdentist Can you share a bit about yourself, where you’re from, and what led you into the field of dentistry? I was born and… Read More »
A Recap of Our 2023 Summer Research Fellows’ Accomplishments
Each year, this 10-week summer fellowship program focuses on advocacy and research for special populations including oral health of veterans, LGBTQIA+ people, and rural communities. The 2023 cohort of fellows contributed to a special research project for veteran oral health in Iowa, supported by the Delta Dental Foundation of Iowa. The Summer Research Fellowship ran… Read More »
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We partner with other public health and community organizations to advocate for more equitable and inclusive health and oral health policy.
Urging the Biden administration and transition chairs to commit to and prioritize health care and COVID-19 response December 8, 2020
In cooperation with Families USA, AIDPH participated in a sign on letter to the incoming Biden Administration, urging the transition team to prioritize health and health care. The letter urges bold and immediate action to address the COVID-19 pandemic, common-sense reforms to make health coverage and care affordable, prioritizing high quality and consumer-centered health care, and ending racial injustice in health and healthcare.
Call for Reclaiming Comprehensive Public Health: A Call to Action November 30, 2020
In coordination with ACON, AIDPH participated in a Call to Action to heads of state and government around the world regarding missed opportunities to build cooperation, public trust, and public health. It advocates a comprehensive public health response. Read the full Call to Action here.
Supporting the Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2020 (H.R. 6561-S.4440) October 23, 2020
In cooperation with Trust for America's Health, AIDPH participated in a sign on letter supporting The Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2020. This bill would authorize the CDC to create a program to improve health outcomes and reduce inequities by coordinating CDC social determinants of health (SDOH) activities and improve the capacity of public health agencies and community organizations to address SDOHs. Read the full letter here.
Supporting the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act October 2020
In cooperation with the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, AIDPH participated in a sign-on letter advocating for passage of the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act.
Expanding Authorization for Dental Professionals to Order and Administer COVID-19 Vaccinations September 22, 2020
In cooperation with the American Association for Dental Research, AIDPH participated in a sign on letter to ADM Brett Giroir, Assistant Secretary for Health, US Department of Health and Human Serivces, advocating for expanding authorization for dental professionals to order and administer COVID-19 vaccinations, once they are made available. Read the full letter here.
Request for policies related to next COVID-19 releif package May 21, 2020
In cooperation with OPEN, AIDPH participated in a sign on letter to Speaker Pelosi and Leaders McConnell, McCarthy, and Schumer, urging them to advance policies to stabilize state budgets and protect access to essential oral health care, and to provide support to state health departments and oral health programs.
Request Emergency Special Enrollment Period to Combat COVID-19 March 20, 2020
In cooperation with Community Catalyst and Young Invincibles, AIDPH participated in a sign-on letter urging Department of Health and Human Services officials to create a Special Enrollment Period in response to COVID-19. Read the letter here.
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