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Living Well, Aging Well: The Role of Oral Health
September brings several health observances that offer an opportunity to reflect on the role oral health plays in living longer, healthier lives. Healthy Aging Month, National Gum Care Month, World […]
Santa Fe Group Fellow Dr. Zachary Brian Named Assistant Dean at UNC Adams School of Dentistry
The Santa Fe Group congratulates Fellow Dr. Zachary A. Brian on being named Assistant Dean for Community Partnerships and External Affairs at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry. In his new role, Dr. […]
Dr. Elisa Chávez Named 2026–2027 Health and Aging Policy Fellow
The Santa Fe Group congratulates Dr. Elisa Chávez, Governance Committee Chair and Board Member, on being selected as a 2026–2027 Health and Aging Policy Fellow. The Health and Aging Policy […]
Wellness Starts with Oral Health
August is recognized as National Wellness Month, an opportunity to reflect on the daily habits, preventive care, and healthy choices that support overall well-being. Wellness extends beyond physical fitness and nutrition—it […]
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Supporting Dental Therapy through Title VII Training Programs: A Meaningful Strategy for Implementing Equitable Oral Health Care
Advisory Committee on Training in primary Care Medicine and Dentistry (ACTPCMD) Nineteenth Annual Report to the Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services and the Congress […]
Oral Health in Healthcare Settings to Prevent Pneumonia Toolkit
Pneumonia is the most common healthcare-associated infection in the United States with NV-HAP (non-ventilator healthcare-associated pneumonia) estimated to make up 65% of all healthcare-associated pneumonia cases. Modifiable risk factors identified […]
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Seniors and Dental Health: A Comprehensive Guide to a Healthy Mouth According to the American Dental Association, 68% of older adults suffer from gum disease, and nearly 20% have untreated […]
Make Medicare Better
Today, the Medicare program doesn’t provide oral and dental coverage to most Medicare beneficiaries – even when it is needed to treat Medicare-covered diseases. This problem exposes Medicare beneficiaries to […]
