Updates and information for dental hygienists
CDHA is actively reviewing and assessing relevant information for dental
hygienists related to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus infection. Check back for
additional information as the situation evolves.
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Outbreak update
Refer to the Government of Canada for the latest on the current situation and
the risk to Canadians.
Guidance for health professionals
Refer to the Government of Canada’s updates on what health professionals need
to know about coronaviruses, the spectrum of illness, transmission, detection
and reporting, infection prevention and control, and treatment. Health
professionals in Canada have a critical role to play in identifying, reporting
and managing potential cases of novel coronavirus infection.
World Health Organization – Coronavirus
Provincial or territorial resources
Additional information about the evolving situation may be found on your
province’s or territory’s government website.
Contacting the manufacturers for the equipment used in your practice may also
provide product advice that may assist.
Contact CDHA Dental Hygiene Practice:
alerts@cdha.ca