The following Advisories and Fact Sheets were recently updated on the Knowledge Network: AdvisoriesLeukemiaLymphoma Fact SheetsLeukemiaLymphomaMethicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Carriage/Infection (MRSA)Obsessive Compulsive DisorderOral Piercing

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This November, RDHs in Districts 1, 5 and 6 will participate in elections to Council. CDHO’s Council, similar to a board of directors, sets CDHO’s strategic and policy direction, and makes decisions that protect and promote the public interest. In September, CDHO will put out a call for nominations in these Districts, asking RDHs to put their name forward to stand for election. If you primarily practise in one of these districts (or reside there,…

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Public Health Ontario has released a new course on Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) for health care workers! This interactive course was developed with a wide range of feedback and is aligned with recommendations from the Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee. It’s designed to better support the evolving needs of health care workers and organizations seeking education on IPAC. It replaces the former IPAC Core Competencies course. Check out this video to learn more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEO9SCFQYqk…

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Public Health Ontario recently revised the Routine Practices and Additional Precautions In All Health Care Settings (3rd edition) to include an updated Appendix N: Clinical Syndromes/Conditions with Required Level of Precautions. What’s New? Appendix N has been reformatted to make it easier to use. It provides a clear table outlining the minimum required precautions for a wide range of diseases and conditions. Please note: While this table is a helpful reference, Infection Prevention and Control…

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Council approved updates to the Standard of Practice: Delegation and the Standards of Practice for Dental Hygiene Educators to eliminate outdated information (i.e., references to self-initiation) and language. These updates ensure RDHs have accurate guidance to support safe and effective practice.

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The renewal period begins on October 15, 2025, and RDHs have until December 1 to complete the form and pay the annual fee. Learn more about renewal. You’ll notice the renewal form looks a little different this year. In 2024, we upgraded our database, which powers the Public Register and Self-Service Portal. New features include the ability to upload supporting documents, such as your professional liability certificate and any relevant disclosure documents. We’ve also added…

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Thank you to everyone who participated in our optional Peer Circles this summer! There are still a few seats remaining for upcoming events. We’ll be in Thunder Bay on August 19, hosting an online session on August 27, and wrapping things up in Guelph on September 6. Register Please note: Peer Circle events held throughout 2025 are not part of the new Path 4 Quality Assurance option because they do not include the written reflection…

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The Registrants’ Handbook is a resource developed by CDHO that contains information on practice concepts, such as record keeping and confidentiality. While it has been updated over time to reflect changing information (e.g., rescinding the Self-Initiation Practice Standard), we are preparing for a comprehensive review to ensure it continues to be an accurate, timely, accessible and helpful resource. We’re inviting you to share your feedback through a brief survey. This will help inform future revisions…

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A client you have been treating for years and have shared many personal stories/conversations with has asked you to join them for dinner. You suspect they would like to initiate a romantic relationship with you. You always look forward to seeing them and have considered becoming romantic with them as well. Is it okay to date clients? No. RDHs cannot date or begin romantic relationships with clients. Doing so is a clear boundary crossing and…

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