Breaking Barriers: Dr. Jessica Rickert inspires native dentists
Jessica Rickert, DDS, the first American Indian female dentist, advocates for oral health equity and inspires Native youth through mentorship and representation.
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Doctors expand dental care access for veterans in need
Two Michigan veterans care advocates are tackling the critical gap in veterans’ dental care, offering free clinics through grants and sustainable community programs.
How an unused dental chair sparked an inclusive clinic at a Cleveland juvenile detention center
MedWish Medworks turned an unused dental chair into inclusive dentistry for youth at Cuyahoga Juvenile Detention Center, providing critical care for long-neglected health needs.
Inclusive dentistry: Transforming access for patients with disabilities
Three Centers for Inclusive Dentistry in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio use specialized training, sensory-friendly tools, and tailored approaches to provide accessible dental care for all patients.
New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities
A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.
La recopilación de datos está desempeñando un papel clave en el avance de la equidad en la salud
Un nuevo impulso en la recopilación de datos sobre la atención médica de las personas con discapacidad está poniendo de relieve una disparidad en la equidad de la atención de la salud que a menudo pasa desapercibida para la comunidad médica.
Addressing cultural, language barriers that hinder health equity
Many people from refugee, immigrant, and migrant communities experience significant logistical barriers to COVID-19 vaccination. That’s where Disability Rights Michigan has stepped in to increase access.
Sensory-friendly spaces play key role in improving health equity
The Autism Alliance of Michigan has been a leader in encouraging clinics to create safe spaces by including sensory rooms.
High school students raise awareness of the importance of vaccines
Shielding Generations is on a mission to bridge the gap in health equity for people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups who have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.
Mobile clinics offer model of health care that treats patients where they are
Mobile clinics offer a model of health care for people who otherwise face barriers to accessing health care. This on-demand service helps seniors and people with disabilities to get vaccines and other care.
