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Capitol Connections

Mar 8, 2021
AGD is working to address the most pressing issues faced by our members as we advocate to government entities for general dentists. The FDA recently authorized the third COVID-19 vaccine developed by Johnson & Johnson, and the next stimulus package heads to the Senate after it passed through the House of Representatives.
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AGD2021 e-Poster Submissions Due Next Month

Mar 8, 2021
The deadline for dental students, residents and 2020 graduates to submit their clinical or basic research for the AGD2021 Scientific e-Poster Session is April 10 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. The winners from each category will receive a certificate and $600.
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Reflecting on an Unprecedented Year: AGD President Considers Lessons Learned

Mar 8, 2021
AGD President Bruce L. Cassis, DDS, MAGD, reflects on the challenges faced by AGD’s membership over the last year and shares five key lessons he learned through overcoming these challenges.
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AGD2021 Drawing Winner Announced

Mar 8, 2021
Congratulations to Maribel M. Vann, DDS, on winning airfare for two to AGD2021 in Austin, Texas!
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Who Are Your Picks for AGD Student Membership?

Mar 8, 2021
Student members who refer fellow classmates to become AGD members can earn up to $850 in gift cards from AGD once they join. You can put money in your pocket, no bracket required!
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Dr. Abraham Brings First Dental Clinic to Kapsowar, Kenya

Mar 8, 2021
Caren Abraham, DDS, always knew she wanted a career in which she could serve others. In 2020, in the middle of a global pandemic, she helped start a dental clinic at Kapsowar Mission Hospital in Kapsowar, Kenya, the first dental clinic in the region.
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Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, Named AGD Executive Director

Mar 8, 2021
AGD has named Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, as its new executive director. An experienced executive and visionary leader with strong experience in healthcare associations and membership organizations spanning over 25 years, Lawler brings a broad range of skills to her new role.

International Women's Day

Mar 5, 2021
March 8 is International Women's Day. Join AGD is honoring and recognizing the diverse group of women who support the oral health of communities throughout the world.

Dental Faculty Student Loan Bill Reintroduced

Mar 4, 2021
Representatives Yvette Clark (D-NY) and Paul Gosar (R-AZ), and Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Roger Wicker (R-MS) have reintroduced a bill to improve the dental faculty loan repayment program, the Dental Loan Repayment Assistance Act (H.R.1285/S.449).

FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Single-dose J&J Vaccine

Mar 4, 2021
On February 27, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the third vaccine for the prevention of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The EUA allows the Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine to be distributed in the U.S for use in individuals 18 years of age and older.

Stimulus Package Moves to Senate for Consideration

Mar 4, 2021
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan Act (H.R.1319) on February 27, along a party-line vote. The $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus proposal will now be taken up in the Senate, where the package will be revised to remove a provision that would increase the federal minimum wage to $15/hour.

New Bill Introduced to Improve Dental Coverage for Vulnerable Children

Mar 4, 2021
Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) introduced a bill on February 25 to improve dental insurance coverage available to children through the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
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AGD Welcomes Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, As New Executive Director

Mar 1, 2021
AGD has named Colleen Lawler, CAE, IOM, as its new executive director.
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Volunteers Needed for Oral Cancer Screenings

Mar 1, 2021
Dental health professionals have a responsibility to educate patients and the public about oral cancer. Join in the fight by volunteering to help with free oral cancer screenings of AGD2021 attendees and employees of the Fairmont Austin Hotel on Friday, June 11, at AGD2021 in Austin, Texas.
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FEMA is Seeking Vaccinator Volunteers in Certain States

Mar 1, 2021
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently contacted the AGD. FEMA wants to administer 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations in 100 days, and they are exploring all avenues to accomplish this goal.
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Don’t Leave Your Classmates in the Shadows

Mar 1, 2021
Whether or not spring comes six weeks early, you can brighten your fellow classmates winter by referring them to AGD. Introduce them to the support AGD can offer, and earn up to $850 in American Express gift cards in the process.
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March 6 is National Dentist’s Day

Mar 1, 2021
AGD President Bruce L. Cassis, DDS, MAGD, shares a few words of appreciation for all members in recognition of National Dentist’s Day, Saturday, March 6.
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The March Issue of AGD Impact is Available Now

Mar 1, 2021
This month, AGD Impact examines how dental office design and redesign are changing due to COVID-19.
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FEMA Seeks Vaccinator Volunteers in Certain States

Feb 28, 2021
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently contacted the AGD. FEMA wants to administer 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations in 100 days, and they are exploring all avenues to accomplish this goal. Learn more about volunteering for this FEMA initiative.
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The Latest Issue of General Dentistry is Available Now

Feb 23, 2021
The March/April issue of AGD's peer-reviewed journal is now live. Highlights include the latest in our literature review series, “What Every Dentist Needs to Know About HPV,” a fascinating case report on Munchausen syndrome and a column that explores the ways muscles may cause severe myofascial pain.
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