DAW POSTERS

Dental Assistant Week is almost here (March 7th -13th) and we have different posters available to you to download and post at your dental office. Print a poster today and help promote Dental Assistants Week

GlaxoSmithKline(GSK) CONSUMER ADVISORY

Please be advised that GlaxoSmithKline(GSK) has issued a consumer advisory warning consumers of the potential health risk from long-term excessive use of GSK's zinc-contained denture adhesives Poli-Grip 'Advance Care', 'Extra Strength' and 'Ultra Fresh'.

Click HERE to download a copy of the Health Care Professional letter and Canadian Consumer Advisory.

CDAA APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Canadian Dental Assistants Association (CDAA) has appointed Mr. Robert Corbeil as our new Executive Director.

According to the CDAA President, Elaine McKay, the Board of Directors are pleased to have someone with Robert's credentials as the Executive Director of CDAA: "We are confident Robert will foster growth in the profession of Dental Assisting from coast to coast".

Mr. Corbeil has a Masters degree in project management from the UQAM and a Bachelors degree in Marketing from the HEC Montreal.

"Robert's diversified experience will be a welcomed asset to CDAA. Robert has been working with organizations such as the National Alliance of Respiratory Regulatory Bodies, Theatre Action, World Vision, CUSO, the Menard Foundation and Ratiopharm. His extensive experience as Executive Director and project manager for National and International organizations has lead him to attain knowledge in fundraising, direct marketing, finance, special events, planning and coordination, customer retention, sponsorship, coaching and staff development, performance management, strategic planning, leadership, relationship building, political and government awareness", the President concluded.

CDAA 2009-2010 MALPRACTICE INSURANCE RENEWAL

The CDAA Malpractice Insurance deadline for full coverage has passed, however you can still sign up to receive coverage! Download your application form TODAY and send it to the CDAA office.

NATIONAL SALARY AND BENEFIT SURVEY RESULTS

Our online salary and benefit survey report is now available. National average along with provincial averages have been posted for general and specialty practices.

To receive more details for a specific province, please contact your provincial association.

Attention Health Professionals: H1N1 flu (Swine Flu)

The Public Health Agency of Canada has released a report concerning the monitoring of the vaccine against the influenza (H1N1) and the secondary side effects after immunization. According to The Public Health Agency of Canada, the existing monitoring system and these additional initiatives will help to supervise the side effects and help to detect the alarming signs which are related to the vaccine.

Information for Health Professionals

General Information on H1N1 flu (Swine Flu)