The soda industry is spending millions of dollars to push Initiative 1634 so they can protect their profits while taking choices away from voters. The soda industry’s strategy is to mislead you with television and radio ads. But don’t be fooled – it’s already illegal to tax groceries in Washington state.
Oral Health Watch
8 hours ago
Community water fluoridation is a cost-effective public health measure that prevents tooth decay, leading to lower overall healthcare costs and improved oral health for everyone regardless of age, income level or health insurance status - offering residents and health systems long-term savings. ...#teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
The Seattle/King County Clinic, where thousands of people in the Puget Sound region and beyond receive much-needed free dental, medical and vision care, is a truly uplifting event. It's also a sobering reminder that health disparities persist and underscores the importance of maintaining state... investments in the adult and children's Apple Health dental program. #teethmatter
While we wait for meaningful policy changes at the federal and state levels, we cannot afford to stand still.
www.seattletimes.comOral Health Watch
1 days ago
The @seattlekingcountyclinic, where thousands of people in the Puget Sound region and beyond receive much-needed free dental, medical and vision care, is a truly uplifting event. It's also a sobering reminder that health disparities persist and underscores the importance of maintaining state ...investments in the adult and children's Apple Health dental program. #teethmatter
https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/big-seattle-free-clinic-shows-the-gaps-in-our-health-care-system
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Nearly 80 years of studies and research show that fluoride in community water systems prevents cavities in both children and adults by least 25% and that kids living in fluoridated communities have on average 2.25 fewer decayed teeth when compared to similar children not living in fluoridated ...communities. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Nearly 80 years of studies and research show that fluoride in community water systems prevents cavities in both children and adults by least 25% and that kids living in fluoridated communities have on average 2.25 fewer decayed teeth when compared to similar children not living in fluoridated ...communities. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Accessing dental care can sometimes get complicated. Thankfully, Washington residents can call or text 844-888-5465 to reach DentistLink referral specialists who can connect them with resources like interpretation services, transportation, child care and finding a dental provider that fits their ...needs, location and insurance status. #teethmatter
Find a dentist that accepts Apple Health. Text or call 844-888-5465 to reach one of our Dentistlink referral specialists directly for dental.
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