Mar 9, 2022
Board of Denturists Special Topics Committee Rules Workshop – April 8
The Board of Denturists will convene a special topics committee on Friday, April 8 at 4:00 PM to begin rulemaking regarding the placement of prefabricated abutments.
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Mar 7, 2022
DQAC Business Meeting – March 11
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, March 11 at 8:30 AM.
Mar 4, 2022
Live Webinar on March 9: The Changing Dentist Workforce
Join HPI on March 9 for an interactive webinar to discuss key findings from the latest data on the dentist workforce.
Mar 4, 2022
ADA Masking Toolkit Clarification
The ADA recently released a toolkit on indoor masking in dental practice public spaces. The toolkit covers CDC masking recommendations for patients and the general public and acknowledges that dentists must still comply with statewide and local masking requirements. In Washington state, masks are still required in health care facilities such as hospitals, long term care settings, and dental offices.
Mar 4, 2022
Indoor Mask Mandate to End March 12 – What Does This Mean for Dental Offices?
Updated: Governor Inslee announced that starting March 12, 2022, the statewide mask requirement will be lifted in most indoor spaces. Masks will still be required in health care facilities such as hospitals, long term care settings, and dental offices.
Mar 2, 2022
ADA Advises Dentists to Be On Alert for Internet Security Risks
Federal agencies warn of possible cyber incidents in wake of Russia’s attacks against Ukraine.
Mar 2, 2022
Apply for the New & Emerging Speaker Series by March 21
WSDA is now accepting applications for the New & Emerging Speaker Series at PNDC 2022. Apply by March 21.
Mar 2, 2022
Apply for the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership by April 30
The ADA is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 class of its Institute for Diversity in Leadership. Apply by April 30.
Mar 1, 2022
Apply to Serve as a DQAC Member by March 30
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is accepting applications to fill three dentist seats on the Commission. Apply by March 30.
Mar 1, 2022
DOH: Beware of Ongoing Scam Attempts
Telephone calls from scammers falsely claiming to represent the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) are increasing again. Please be aware of this ongoing scam targeting health care professionals.
Mar 1, 2022
Over $200,000 to be Refunded to Members Enrolled in WSDA Retro
We are excited to announce that after launching in April 2020, WSDA Retro is poised to distribute $208,000 among program participants next month in its first-ever refund. If you haven't already, sign up by March 1!
Feb 25, 2022
Bracken Killpack for the Everett Herald: Policy Debates Need Sunshine, Not Corporate Sugar
Less-than-transparent lobbying donations from a cereal maker’s foundation rot dental reform debate.
Feb 18, 2022
DOH Resource: Preventing Transmission of COVID-19 in Dental Offices
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has developed a resource flyer to assist in reducing COVID-19 exposure in your dental office.
Feb 17, 2022
Ergonomics Bill Passes the House – What You Need to Know About HB 1837
House Bill 1837 (HB 1837), introduced this legislative session, would restore the Department Labor and Industries’ (L&I) ability to address work-related musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomics through rulemaking.
Feb 17, 2022
2022 Legislative Session Update
With the 2022 legislative session having passed the halfway mark, WSDA continues to track several bills concerning health care, public health, small business matters, and much more.
Feb 15, 2022
Head & Neck Cancer 5K – April 23 in Richland
Partners in Care, a not-for-profit charitable foundation dedicated to cancer patients, will hold a 5K run and 2-mile walk to support head and neck cancer patients on Saturday, April 23 in Richland.
Feb 14, 2022
Reminder: Health Emergency Labor Standards Act in Effect
In 2021, Washington passed the Health Emergency Labor Standards Act (HELSA) which includes, among other things, notification requirements for health care facilities when a public health emergency is declared by either the President of the United States or by the Governor of Washington.
Feb 10, 2022
Everyone For Veterans: Making a Difference for Those Who Served
Learn more about volunteering with Everyone For Veterans to provide dental care for veterans in need.
Feb 9, 2022
Kyler Hayes: The Career-long Impacts of COVID-19 on Dental Students
"It has been almost two years since our lives were turned upside down. However, the sense of togetherness, the care for one another, and the pure resilience that the dental students of UW have shown throughout the course of this unprecedented time have given me undeniable hope and assurance about the future of the dental profession."
Feb 8, 2022
WDIA: Having the Disability Insurance You Need at the Right Coverage Amount
The best way to protect yourself, your family and your practice is to make sure your insurance policies have the full protection you need.
