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Belfast homeless present oral health challenge

An assessment of the oral health needs of the single homeless population of north and west Belfast has identified significant problems among the patient group. The research, carried out in response to the British Dental Association’s 2004 report Dental Care for Homeless People, discovered that 92% of those examined had obvious signs of gum disease. … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2008/10/15/budget-cuts-tax-relief-on-dental-bills/">Continued</a>

High calibre candidates seek education elsewhere

According to a report issued this summer by the Higher Education Authority, every year Irish students travel to the United Kingdom to take up places on courses in higher education institutions. Students apply through the Universities and Colleges Application System (UCAS), a similar system to the CAO. Some high-points courses in Irish universities, including dentistry, … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2008/10/15/budget-cuts-tax-relief-on-dental-bills/">Continued</a>

Fluoride level tests in the pipeline for Ireland

Following a recommendation by the Irish Expert Body on Fluorides and Health, a country-wide study to check fluoride levels is being planned. Fluoride levels in tap water were reduced on 1 July this year, from 0.8 to 1.0 ppm to between 0.6 and 0.8 ppm, with a target value of 0.7 ppm. Legislation to amend … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2008/10/15/budget-cuts-tax-relief-on-dental-bills/">Continued</a>

Minister lines up bespoke contract for NHS dentists

On 2 July Health Minister Michael McGimpsey revealed that negotiations had already started between the Department of Health and the general dental practice committee of the British Dental Association to secure a bespoke dental contract for Northern Ireland, thereby enabling the recommendations of the primary dental care strategy to be implemented. The custom-made contract is … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2008/10/15/budget-cuts-tax-relief-on-dental-bills/">Continued</a>

New Dean for dental school at Queen’s

Paddy Johnston, a professor of oncology who is currently director of the world-renowned Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology at Queen’s, is to become Dean of Queen’s School of Medicine and Dentistry in September. His mission will be to transform medical education and research in Northern Ireland, bringing together world-class strengths in medicine, dentistry … <a href="https://irishdentistry.fmc-stage.thinkdemo.co.uk/2008/10/15/budget-cuts-tax-relief-on-dental-bills/">Continued</a>

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Budget cuts tax relief on dental bills

Following the Budget on 14 October, from 1 January 2009 taxpayers will only be able to claim standard rate tax relief (at 20%) on all dental bills, rather than at the top rate as those paying 41% tax can do now. Speaking about the cut, Mr Fintan Hourihan, chief executive of the Irish Dental Association … Continued

IDA calls for VAT relief in run up to budget

In its pre-budget submission, the Irish Dental Association (IDA) has called for value added tax (VAT) to be removed from essential oral health products such as toothbrushes, interdental brushes, oral mouthwashes and floss. Tax relief for dental patients is currently provided through the MED 2 form. The IDA would like to see this tax relief … Continued

Minister for Health opens Trinity Health Sciences Offices

The Minister for Health and Children, Mary Harney, TD officially opened the Faculty of Health Sciences Offices at Trinity College Dublin on 29 September. The Faculty of Health Sciences consists of the Schools of Dental Science, Medicine, Nursing and Midwifery, and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. These schools are spread across the city centre campus and … Continued

IDA calls to ban school vending machines

The Irish Dental Association has called for a ban on school vending machines to help promote children’s oral health. Dr Rosarii McCafferty, president of the Public Dental Surgeons Group, warned sweets, crisps and fizzy drinks purchased by young people from these machines are increasing tooth decay and obesity. ‘There is convincing evidence from both home … Continued

McGimpsey pursues additional dental services in the North

Health Minister Michael McGimpsey has said that a tender to secure additional dental services in Northern Ireland should dramatically reduce access problems for patients by the end of next year. Speaking during an Assembly debate on 30 September, the Minister said that the consultation process will be completed by the end of next week and, … Continued

Higher levels of sugar and fat found in Irish breakfast cereals

Some breakfast cereals in Ireland contain higher levels of fat and sugar than the same product sold in other countries, a survey has revealed. According to the results of international research published in Consumer Choice magazine, cereals in Ireland contained ‘unacceptably’ high levels of sugar. The survey found Kellogg’s Coco Pops Coco Rocks contained almost … Continued

IMPACT health members suspend industrial action

Members of IMPACT trade union employed by the HSE and HSE-funded agencies suspended their industrial action on Wednesday 24 September, pending the outcome of a ballot on a settlement proposal by the Labour Relations Commission (LRC). The result of the ballot is expected in approximately three weeks’ time. Negotiations between IMPACT and the HSE concluded … Continued