Dec 4, 2020
Washington State Adopting CDC’s New Quarantine Guidelines
The Washington State Department of Health is adopting new CDC guidelines to reduce quarantine for people who have been exposed to COVID-19.
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Dec 4, 2020
Join Our PPE Group Purchasing Order
WSDA is offering members a second opportunity to purchase high quality PPE as a group. Interested members must fill out a pre-order form by Monday, Dec. 7.
Dec 3, 2020
DQAC Business Meeting – Dec. 11
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Dec. 11 at 8:30 AM.
Dec 3, 2020
Gov. Inslee Announces Statewide COVID-19 Exposure Notification Tool
On Nov. 30, Gov. Jay Inslee and the Washington State Department of Health announced the launch of WA Notify, an anonymous exposure notification tool to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Dec 3, 2020
Take Action: Tell Congress to Pass COVID-19 Relief Package
The American Dental Association is urging dentists to take action and tell Congress to pass a new COVID-19 relief package by the end of the year.
Dec 2, 2020
2021 WSDA, ADA & Local Dental Society Membership Renewals
Please continue to support WSDA by renewing your membership for 2021. Your renewal helps us continue to serve as Washington’s strongest advocate in support of dentists and your patients.
Nov 30, 2020
Governor Inslee Updates Health Care COVID Proclamation
Proclamation 20-24.2 does not enact any additional restriction or limitation on the delivery of dental care or health care more broadly. Instead, the Governor’s Office is empowering health care providers to self-regulate capacity for care based upon parameters outlined in the proclamation. A detailed summary can be found here.
Nov 30, 2020
Incorrect Media Coverage of Updated COVID Proclamation
Last week, several media outlets incorrectly reported that non-urgent medical and dental procedures are suspended beginning Dec. 3. WSDA would like to assure providers and patients that these reports are incorrect.
Nov 30, 2020
DQAC Newsletter – November 2020
Read the latest newsletter from the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC).
Nov 30, 2020
DQAC Newsletter – July 2020
Read the latest newsletter from the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC).
Nov 27, 2020
New Washington State Quitline Resources Available
The Washington State Quitline has helped tens of thousands of Washingtonians quit smoking and other commercial tobacco use.
Nov 27, 2020
Safe Medication Return Program Gets Underway
Washington’s Safe Medication Return Program, a pioneering effort aimed at reducing medication misuse, abuse, and poisonings is now live.
Nov 25, 2020
Dr. Stephen Lee: Organized Dentistry Working for Us
"From top to bottom, organized dentistry has worked together for its members during this pandemic. If you have ever questioned the value of your association dues, this year should have proven to all dentists that it’s money well spent."
Nov 24, 2020
Attention Practice Owners: Sign Up for WSDA Retro by Dec. 1
If you're a WSDA member who owns a dental practice, you're missing out on a great business opportunity by not enrolling in WSDA Retro!
Nov 24, 2020
Top 3 Things to Consider When Applying for PPP Loan Forgiveness
ADA & ADCPA address three key takeaways regarding Paycheck Protection Program loans and provisions related to applying for and receiving forgiveness in this Q&A.
Nov 23, 2020
Navigating the Profession During COVID-19
WSDA members share their thoughts about the impact of COVID-19 on their practice, and the profession, going forward.
Nov 23, 2020
WSDA Member Featured on KING 5
WSDA member Dr. Bradley Jonnes was recently featured on KING 5 talking about the safety and importance of routine dental care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nov 20, 2020
Alert Warns of Cybercrime Threat to U.S. Hospitals, Health Care Providers
Health care providers warned to take precautions in response to credible information of an increased and imminent cybercrime threat to the U.S. health care and public health sector.
Nov 19, 2020
ADA President: Dental Care Should Continue During Pandemic
The ADA firmly believes dental care can continue to be delivered safely. Guidance recommended by the ADA and the CDC continue to safeguard the health of the public. Dental care is essential health care.
Nov 17, 2020
New Infection Control Training Update
On Oct. 23, DQAC adopted new dental infection control rules. Learn more about new training requirements and WSDA's recommendation for members.
