Oct 15, 2019

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - Oct. 26

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day allows for disposal of unused or expired prescription drugs in a safe, responsible & convenient way.

Oct 14, 2019

DQAC Meetings - Oct. 25

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its business meeting and Dental Continuing Competency Committee meeting on Friday, Oct. 25.

Oct 11, 2019

Free Dental Infection Control Assessments in Dental Clinics

The DOH is partnering with local health jurisdictions to provide free ICAR assessments to dental clinics in Washington.

Oct 10, 2019

Interested in the Use of Botox in Dentistry?

DQAC will discuss its Interpretive Statement on the use of Botulinum Toxin Injections/Dermal Fillers at its Oct. 25 business meeting.

Oct 09, 2019

Mentor a UW Dental Student

WSDA is looking for members who are committed to building a mentor relationship with a current UW dental student to join the WSDA Mentor Program!

Oct 09, 2019

State Board of Health Passes Emergency Ban on Flavored Vapor Products

WA State Board of Health passes emergency rule banning sale of flavored vapor products or any products used to create a flavored vapor product.

Oct 03, 2019

What You Should Know About the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program

Help your patients who are school employees understand how the SEBB Program will affect their dental coverage with an informational handout from WSDA.

Oct 03, 2019

Reminder: What You Should Know About the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program

Open enrollment for the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) program runs October 1 through November 15.

Oct 02, 2019

2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw

In the office, at home, and in the community, it's all about commitment. Learn more about 2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw.

Oct 02, 2019

2019 House of Delegates Election & Resolution Results

Elected position and resolution results from the 2019 WSDA House of Delegates.

Oct 02, 2019

From the DOH: Clarification of Opioid Prescribing Rules

Read a letter from the Department of Health clarifying opioid prescribing rules.

Oct 01, 2019

Survey: Antibiotic Prescribing Practices & Attitudes Among Dentists in WA State

The DOH is conducting a survey of practicing dentists in WA to learn what support for antibiotic stewardship exists in dental clinics.

Sep 25, 2019

HRSA Awards $85M to Expand Access to Oral Health Services

HRSA recently awarded $85.3 million to expand oral health service capacity in government-funded health centers. Six grantees are in WA state.

Sep 25, 2019

Educational Symposium: Water as a Source of Healthcare-Associated Infection

Educational symposium "Water as a Source of Healthcare-Associated Infection: Science and Evidence to Support Water Management Programs" on Oct. 30.

Sep 24, 2019

Looking Back? No, Looking Forward!

Dr. Chris Delecki reflects on his term as WSDA President.

Sep 24, 2019

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - 10/4

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Friday, October 4 at 11 AM.

Sep 23, 2019

Apple Health Dental Provider Webinar - 10/4

HCA invites providers to a 10/4 webinar to provide feedback for a legislative report that will explore options to improve access for Medicaid clients.

Sep 19, 2019

Paid Family & Medical Leave Update

The Employment Security Department (ESD) updated its Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Employer Toolkit and launched Phase Six rulemaking.