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.
October 7 Update | FR
RCT on the effect of mouthwashes on salivary SARS-CoV-2 load reduction, Study on the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines against the Delta variant of concern & more. Read more
September 23 Update | FR
CDHA Statement on Vaccination, COVID-19 Cases in Hospitals and ICUs, Results of CDHA September Poll on Vaccination & more. Read more
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