Fresh guidance has been released to inform the public on the long-term health effects of coronavirus. The new advice reveals that 10% of mild cases of COVID-19 who were not hospitalised reported symptoms lasting more than four weeks. Long-term heath issues include: Respiratory symptoms and conditions such as chronic cough, shortness of breath and lung … Continued
A new report from the dental profession is calling on financial support for mixed and private services across the UK. Key stakeholders and groups – including the British Dental Association (BDA) and the Association of Dental Groups – have looked at the financial support currently available. And as a result, they have written to Chancellor Rishi … Continued
Lorna McGrath is the Northern Ireland regional group chair for the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT). Here, she discusses the current situation for dental hygienists and dental therapists in Northern Ireland. Just like on the mainland UK, dental hygienists and dental therapists in Northern Ireland are facing many challenges right now. The greatest … Continued
Urgent dental care centres (UDCs) in Northern Ireland will start to scale down over the next six weeks, it has been confirmed. Over the last six weeks, the number of non-oral surgery cases carried out at UDC centres has dropped by 43%. The Health and Social Care Board anticipates increased AGP provision in dental practices throughout August … Continued
The RQIA will continue to carry out inspections at general dental practices in Northern Ireland, it has confirmed. In a letter to the profession this week, the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority outlined its plans for future inspections. It has enforced a number of changes in a bid to ensure inspections are carried out in … Continued
An £80,000 grant will support the fit testing of respirator masks in Northern Ireland, is has emerged today. The Health and Social Care Board secured the five-figure sum to help fit test FFP2 and FFP3 masks for dental professionals. This comes as part of their plan to remobilise general dental services (GDS). Letters will be … Continued
The acting CDO for Northern Ireland has responded to a number of key dental issues voiced by the profession. Yesterday, CDO Michael Donaldson appeared before the Assembly Health Committee alongside Paul Montgomery, acting director of general health policy. The pair responded to a number of problems from committee members, many of which were highlighted by the British Dental … Continued
Stay in the know and unlock a world of oral health insights – sign up for our newsletter today. By subscribing, you confirm you have read and accept our privacy notice.
