This April, Amazon announced a Skills Kit for their Smart Speaker, Alexa. This new software means that Alexa voice tools can be made capable of securely storing, transmitting, and receiving protected patient information and data in a healthcare setting, all in compliance with HIPAA (US). According to StatNews.com, Amazon has released the Skills Kit to […]
This Spring, Canada began imposing new restriction on the sugar content in alcoholic beverages. The new restrictions require alcohol content in 568ml cans be reduced from 11.9% to 4.5%. This reduces the number of drinks within a single can of from approximately four (4) standard drinks (one beer, one five-ounce glass of wine) down to […]
New research out of the University of Toronto indicates that “dentists in Ontario are detecting more cases of oral cancer and pre-cancer than ever before — and it’s saving lives.” As with many types of cancer, early detection of oral cancers results in higher survival rates (80% over five years). When cancer is detected at […]
Cannabis legalisation in Canada is well into its first year, and employers at companies and businesses large and small are updating their policies concerning impairment in the workplace. But understanding employee and employer rights and responsibilities, federal and provincial laws, and creating appropriate policies can be overwhelming. To help Canadian dentists better navigate cannabis legalisation […]
At CDA Oasis, we’re always looking for new ways to share research and clinical information with dentists. Today, we’re launching our first Rapid Research Recap video. During each short video recap, we’ll present published clinical research, including study details and results in just a couple of minutes. Quick and easy to digest, Rapid Research Recaps […]
Patients and dentists alike have many questions about when, and how to use pain medications such as opioids, following the removal of wisdom teeth. This common procedure can be painful for many days, following wisdom teeth removal; and sometimes requires taking opioids to adequately manage the ensuing pain. However, how can dentists and patients safely […]
Healthcare professionals and public health officials are awaiting the results of a public consultation on Reducing Youth Access and Appeal of Vaping Products: Potential Regulatory Measures. The consultation will inform the creation of regulatory measures based on comments and insights collected from the general public, tobacco control experts, healthcare providers, academics, and others. The measures […]
Supporting patients, managing staff, and growing a dental practice are unique stressors of the dental practice. And they can take a toll on mental health and wellbeing. Today we’re exploring the effect of stress on the body and how to better manage stress as a dentist with Dr. Sally Safa who here to share her […]