Study Links Lack of Oral Health Care With Complications During Pregnancy

Medical Xpress For pregnant women in the U.S., the use of oral health services during pregnancy remains low, with fewer than 40% seeking preventive oral health care. So reports a study conducted by the Oral Health Workforce Research Center, part of the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University at Albany’s College of Integrated Health Sciences, […]

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Preventive Oral Care During Pregnancy Can Reduce Risks of Complications

News Medical For pregnant women in the U.S., the use of oral health services during pregnancy remains low, with fewer than 40% seeking preventive oral health care. So reports a new study conducted by the Oral Health Workforce Research Center, part of the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University at Albany’s College of Integrated […]

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Pregnancy Complications Linked to Dental Neglect

Dentistry Today For pregnant women in the U.S., the use of oral health services during pregnancy remains low, with fewer than 40% seeking preventive oral health care. So reports a new study conducted by the Oral Health Workforce Research Center, part of the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University at Albany’s College of Integrated Health Sciences, which was featured on the […]

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Reports Find Rural Parts of the State Remain Medically Underserved

Times Union There are no dentists in Hamilton County. There are no OB-GYNs, either. And only one pediatrician, located in the far southeast corner of the county, according to a report from the state comptroller’s office. The report, published this month, examines 16 rural counties containing just 3.8% of the state’s population but over 37% of […]

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Health Workforce Data Collection in the United States

Over the past decade, an increasing number of states and organizations have been collecting health workforce data. Consistent and reliable data collection is essential for effective health workforce planning, as it serves several key purposes: Supply Data: Provides insights into the availability and distribution of health care professionals, informs supply-and-demand forecasting models, and supports the […]

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