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Oral Health
Mouth and throat diseases, which range from cavities to cancer, cause pain and disability for millions of Americans each year, yet almost all oral diseases are largely preventable.
This summary of CPSTF findings to improve oral health can be used as a reference, included in presentations, or shared with colleagues.
Implementation Products
CDC’s Health Impact in 5 Years (HI-5) Initiative
HI-5 highlights non-clinical, community-wide approaches that have evidence reporting 1) positive health impacts, 2) results within five years, and 3) cost effectiveness and/or cost savings over the lifetime of the population or earlier. The website features links to implementation resources and success stories that can help communities get started.
Community Guide In Action: Stories from the Field
Blueprint for Success in Reducing Tobacco Use
One Pagers
Community Water Fluoridation to Improve Oral Health
School-Based Dental Sealant Delivery Programs to Improve Oral Health
Slides and Presentations
Public Health Grand Rounds — Community Water Fluoridation: A Vital 21st Century Public Health Intervention
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