Category: Dental

Lawmakers discuss plan to authorize dental therapists

by Ryan Voyles | Jul 17, 2024 | Dental, Legislature, Top Stories | 0

A House committee recently heard testimony on a plan that would allow dental therapists to practice in Illinois.

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Medicaid omnibus heads to Pritzker

by Ryan Voyles | May 28, 2024 | Dental, Hospitals, Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories | 0

Increased rates, additional regulations on pharmacy benefit managers and an expanded scope of practice for pharmacists are among the key items in the annual Medicaid omnibus approved this weekend by the General Assembly.

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Lawmakers consider proposal regulating ‘DIY’ teeth straightening

by Ryan Voyles | May 1, 2024 | Dental, Legislature, Top Stories | 0

Lawmakers are set to consider legislation this week to address what dentists say is a growing concern around do-it-yourself teeth straighteners.

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Durbin looks to extend funding for federal oral health program

by Ryan Voyles | Jan 22, 2024 | Dental, Federal Government, Top Stories | 0

Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., last week filed a plan to reauthorize a program intended to support states' efforts to promote oral health.

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United Health Foundation ranks Illinois 25th nationwide for health

by Ryan Voyles | Dec 7, 2023 | Dental, Mental Health, Population Health, Public Health, Top Stories | 0

Illinois continued to provide good mental healthcare, but racial disparities and high levels of air pollution are still prevalent issues in the state, according to an annual report from the United Health Foundation.

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