February, a month of many observations, is also American Heart Month. American Heart Month, proclaimed in 1964, recognizes the importance of cardiovascular health as heart disease continues to be the number one killer of Americans. Many organizations, such as the American Heart Association and the … [Read more...] about Heart Health Month – A Blog Post By Lacy Walker, RDH
Tackling Health Literacy and Medical Emergencies in YOUR office
The very sad story of a 7 year old’s death during a procedure brings a spotlight on medical emergency training. All team members play a part when it goes south. Teresa walks through a sample scenario so you can apply it to your team. We then talk about health literacy - it’s not just reading level. … [Read more...] about Tackling Health Literacy and Medical Emergencies in YOUR office
COVID-19 and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice – Science Sunday
COVID-19 and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice Considering the surge of COVID-19 cases globally and the nature of the virus, the likelihood that dental professionals may have a COVID-19 positive patient in their chair is high. Guidance for emergencies that may occur in dental practices … [Read more...] about COVID-19 and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice – Science Sunday
Minutes Matter – A Look At Medical Emergencies with Bruce and Patty Emery – Episode 254
Please Leave a Review! While the dental office is obviously the domain of dentistry and dental hygiene, plenty of non-dental medical ailments find their way to the patient chair. Andrew and Michelle’s guests this week are a husband-and-wife pair well-versed in how to deal with medical emergencies … [Read more...] about Minutes Matter – A Look At Medical Emergencies with Bruce and Patty Emery – Episode 254
A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 186 (Medical Emergency Tips From a Paramedic with Susannah Trammell)
Continuing our series on dental-adjacent issues, we’re tackling a scenario that every dental hygienist should be prepared for, however unlikely it may be: your patient having a medical emergency under your care. It’s easy to fret over the thought of seizure or allergic reaction happening in your own … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 186 (Medical Emergency Tips From a Paramedic with Susannah Trammell)
