School of Allied Health News

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UAA dental hygiene students step up to serve Alaskans in need

 |  Vicki Nechodomu  |  , ,

The Remote Area Medical (RAM) nonprofit clinic recently made its first visit to Alaska, setting up pop-up clinics in Anchorage and Fairbanks to provide free dental, vision, and medical services to those in need. However, RAM faced a challenge when it came to staffing the clinics with dental hygiene volunteers.

Michael Riley and Jennifer Pierce standing in front of Mobile Crisis Team vehicle Read More

Driving the future of mental health response

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Anchorage’s new Mobile Crisis Team — which includes fire service administration alumnus Michael Riley — responds specifically to mental health emergencies, saving traditional first responders crucial time and resources.

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UAA Dental Clinic provides free dental care to children

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Dental hygiene students give back to the community by providing free dental care to children during the 2nd annual Children’s Day event.

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Slideshow: Dental hygiene program recognizes Orange Shirt Day

 |  Jordana Newman  |  , ,

Clinicians and students in the dental hygiene program wear orange shirts to recognize Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters.

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Dental Hygiene Bill brings new opportunities to graduates

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UAA dental hygiene faculty participate in the signing of a Bill they say could open up additional practice options for students after graduation.