As Mpox infections rise globally, Ontario is seeing an increase in cases. Mpox is a viral infectious disease that enters the body through skin, the respiratory tract or mucous membranes. Transmission can occur through: Animal-to-human contact Direct contact with an infected animal’s skin lesions or body fluids (e.g., contact from providing care, through bites or scratches, and preparing or eating undercooked meat). Person-to-person contactSkin-to-skin contactMouth-to-mouth or mouth-to-skin contact Face-to-face with someone (e.g., talking or breathing…

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We’re excited to announce that we’re upgrading our database, which powers the Public Register and Self-Service Portal! This update will improve functionality, security and ease of use. The Public Register and Self-Service Portal are getting a modern, streamlined look, and the way RDHs log in to the Portal is changing. In spring 2025, all RDHs will be emailed an invitation to create a new username and password. To ensure you receive this email, please keep…

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CDHO is conducting a series of online focus groups this November to assist us in establishing the structure of the peer-to-peer coaching sessions for Path 4 Peer Circles. The goal of these discussions will be to help establish key competencies for safe and effective practice that will complement the existing Entry-To-Practice Competency Profile. We're looking for 32 RDHs to join one of four available focus groups: Monday, November 18 from 1 – 3 p.m. Wednesday, November…

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The 2025 Self-Assessment period begins on November 15, 2024. Completed Self-Assessments from all RDHs (including those who are registered as Inactive or are not practising) are due on or before January 31, 2025. Using the Dental Hygiene Standards of Practice as the framework, self-assessment is a valuable activity that helps guide you through reflection on your practice activities. Completing the Self-Assessment allows you to set learning goals that guide your continuing professional development for the…

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We’re excited to launch the new Public Health, Restorative and Orthodontic Communities of Practice (CoP) later this fall. Thank you to everyone who has already volunteered to become a community leader! We’re still looking for a few more leaders for the Restorative and Orthodontic CoP. We’re looking for RDHs with at least five years’ experience in these areas of practice who understand the unique challenges of their practice setting and can answer community questions. This…

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Hello everyone! Happy fall!  We’ve been thrilled by the continued engagement with the optional Peer Circles. As of writing, we’ve visited Sault Ste. Marie, Peterborough and St. Catharines, and have conducted four Peer Circles online. Thank you to everyone for coming out! Peer Circles offer a valuable opportunity for learning, connecting and growing professionally. If you haven’t had a chance to experience one yet, spots are still available in other cities and online, and I…

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CDHO partners with Pivotal Research Inc. to conduct an annual survey of new registrants to gather feedback on their experience with CDHO’s application process. We’re pleased to report that satisfaction with CDHO’s registration process has increased from 80% in 2023 to 92% in 2024! We have 100% in our sight! View the Registration Experience dashboard.

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