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When covering the opioid epidemic, don’t forget the dental angle
President Donald Trump’s decision to declare opioid addiction a national emergency could be at least a step toward addressing the…
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Efforts pick up steam to expand Medicaid dental benefits for older adults
In a recent story for the Baltimore Sun, reporter Andrea K. McDaniels explored a dilemma getting increasing attention these days…
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Data suggests mixed progress in reducing tooth decay rates among young
Tooth decay remains the most prevalent chronic health problem of children in the United States. Since the late 1980s, roughly…
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‘Invisible’ inmates face barriers to getting dental care
The U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. A 1976 U.S. Supreme Court decision, Estelle V. Gamble, declares that prisoners…
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Minn. reporter shares insights on covering the dental therapist debate
The debate over dental therapists continues to roil state houses across the country. Many organized dental groups contend the technically…
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Americans cross the border for affordable dental care
BuzzFeed news reporter John Stanton took a trip over the Mexican border for a look at dental tourism. He found…
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Child’s death highlights effort to reduce risks of dental surgery
Three-year old Daleyza Hernandez-Avila died on June 12 after being placed under general anesthesia at a Stockton, Calif., dental surgery…
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Dental health advocates fear loss of coverage under GOP plan
Thanks to progress credited to the Affordable Care Act, only about 11 percent of Americans lack health insurance. Yet approximately…
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Watchdog reporter takes on dental therapist access issue
Kathy Hoekstra’s beat covering national regulatory issues for the public interest news organization Watchdog.org, now has led her to America’s…
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Arizona to add limited dental services for Medicaid-eligible adults
America’s poor children are entitled to dental benefits under Medicaid. But adult dental benefits are considered an optional part of…