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Journal of Dental Hygiene…
See What You’ve Been Missing
On a recently conducted ADHA survey, 88.9 percent of respondents reported that having a peer-reviewed journal like the Journal of Dental Hygiene (JDH) is important for the profession. On the same survey, only 62.7 percent of respondents said that they had actually read JDH during the past 12 months. If you are among the nearly 40 percent who have not read JDH, here’s an opportunity to find out what you have been missing. As a new feature, www.adha.org will highlight articles from past editions of JDH and make them available for viewing to any visitor. A rapidly evolving body of research and a highly regarded scientific journal to report the findings are vital components of a growing profession. Find out for yourself what you have been missing by reading this highlighted article from JDH today!
Moving Research Knowledge into Dental Hygiene Practice
Sandra J Cobban, RDH, MDE, Eunice M Edgington, RDH, BScD, MEd and Joanne B Clovis, PhD

Awards

2009 ADHA/Procter & Gamble Dental Hygiene Educator of the Year Award
This award was established to recognize, honor and reward a full-time dental hygiene faculty member who contributes to and is dedicated to providing high quality education. The recipient will characterize excellence in teaching, mentoring, and/or devotion to student achievement.

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American Dental Hygienists’ Association – Sigma Phi Alpha Journalism Award Competition
Generously sponsored by Johnson & Johnson
To encourage dental hygiene research, ADHA, Sigma Phi Alpha and Johnson & Johnson will present an award to the outstanding manuscript submitted by a baccalaureate-, master- or doctoral-level degree completion candidate. The winning manuscript will be published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene (JDH). Runner-up articles will have abstracts also published in JDH and Access. In addition, the author of the winning manuscript will receive a $1,000 award
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2009 Johnson & Johnson/ADHA Awards for Excellence in Dental Hygiene
This prestigious award program is designed to honor up to seven dental hygienists who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in the profession of dental hygiene.
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Subscribe Now to ADHA Update!
Not a member of ADHA but would like to receive ADHA Update? No problem! ADHA Update is now open to anyone interested in receiving the bi-weekly e-news service from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. Simply click here to begin the process. By filing out this simple form and clicking “next” you will begin receiving ADHA Update with the next published issue!

The Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE) announces five vacancies on the National Board Dental Hygiene Test Construction Committee for appointment in 2010. A list of the specific subject matter experts needed and application information can be found here.

American Dental Hygienists’ Association 2009 Annual Session Research Poster Session Open Call for Abstracts
February 18, 2009 deadline

New release
National ADHA Customer Satisfaction Survey
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association is always changing in order to stay out in front of the constant developments that are re-shaping the field of dental hygiene. Please take a moment to complete the following survey and give us your feedback on how National ADHA is working to meet your needs. Your feedback is greatly valued and appreciated. All responses are anonymous and will help us improve our service to you.

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Call for 2010 CE Program Proposals Underway

Download the ADHA Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice
These standards are made available through the generous support of:

ADHA Needs You!
ADHA’s Governance Committee is building a comprehensive web page on everything you want to know on volunteering! Learn more and download a bio-data and conflict of interest form.

Past Oral Health News

12.3.08 The Columbia Missourian reports on a study that shows dental care in ICU reduces pneumonia risk.

12.3.08 The Welland Tribune tells the story of a sixth grader who started the Brush and Floss Club.

12.2.08 Media-Newswire reports how HIV/AIDS affects oral health.

12.1.08 Inside Indiana Business reports on new grant awarded to the Indiana State Department of Health that will help identify oral health problems.

11.24.08 WRCB TV in Chattanooga explains how “grillz” can ruin teeth.

11.26.08 The New York Times reports on new smokless tobacco, Camel Snus, and how it worries experts.

11.29.08 Ghana News reports that Ghana has less than 150 dentists.

11.30.08 Naples Daily News tells about a new pediatric dental care center that will help needy children in Naples, Fla.

11.26.08 The News Leader reports how portable x-ray system expands access to dental care.

11.22.08 The Gleaner reports how Henderson, KY health department will refer uninsured callers to dental help line.

11.21.08 Huntingtonnews.net reports on partnership aiming to improve children’s oral health in W. Va.

11.20.08 1010 WINS reports on NYC possibly closing dental health centers.

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center Offers New Resources
The National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center (OHRC) is has announced the availability of several new resources, including information on access to care, practice guidelines and information on the importance of oral hygiene and oral health care during pregnancy.

IDHA Featured in Local News Broadcast
The Idaho Dental Hygienists’ Association (IDHA) was recently featured in a local ABC news broadcast for their efforts towards expanding access to dental care within the state. Click here to check out the entire story, and don’t forget to watch the video of the broadcast! Congratulations to IDHA for their coverage.