NH Oral Health Coalition

05/20/2026

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, a nonprofit which advocates for fluoridation, used Medicaid claims data and survey responses to predict the outcomes if the five states — Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri and Oklahoma — stopped adding fluoride to water systems. Florida has already banne...

05/20/2026

The words of this child speaking to Reuters following the shooting in San Diego weighs heavy on the hearts of every pediatrician. No child should have to witness gun violence or carry the trauma of violence into a classroom. Children deserve to go to school without the threat of shootings and without associating going to school with fear, lockdowns, or loss.

As pediatricians, we know that exposure to violence - whether experienced firsthand or repeatedly seen on screens - can have lasting effects on children’s mental and emotional health.

Gun violence is a serious threat to the health and safety of children and teens and AAP will continue to advocate for evidence-based policies that protect young people and help ensure every child can learn, gather at school, and grow without fear. Read more about this child's story in Reuters: https://reut.rs/4eYZdg2

05/17/2026

Important story here

After the New Hampshire House sidelined an effort to require private insurers to cover wraparound mental health services, the Senate made a last ditch effort to keep it alive.

05/16/2026

It’s a long story…

An ancient molar with a circular drill hole reveals the sophistication of Neanderthal society and pushes back the earliest known evidence of dentistry by 40,000 years.

The procedure, akin to a root canal, shows its understanding of medical intervention. https://wapo.st/42DLELt

05/12/2026

New Hampshire Public Radio

GO-NORTH director discusses rural health priorities, long-term success and Medicaid loss

Donnalee Lozeau is the director of a new statewide program that will distribute roughly $200 million in federal funding this year toward rural healthcare needs in New Hampshire. Over five years, the state expects to receive a total of $1 billion dollars.

05/11/2026

Love to learn?

We’re kicking off a new clinical CDE series, Oral Health Across the Lifespan, next week! Join us in May and June for four engaging virtual sessions exploring oral health from childhood through older adulthood.

Earn up to 6.0 clinical CDE credits while gaining practical insights on oral health at different stages of life, from the first dental visit through adolescence, adulthood, and geriatric care.

📅 Wednesdays May 13 & 27, June 10 & 24
⏰ Noon PT • 1pm MT • 2pm CT • 3pm ET

Can’t attend live? All sessions will be recorded and available for on-demand viewing so you can participate on your schedule and still earn CDE credit!

➡️ Register here: https://cvent.me/z0v7Vz

05/07/2026

Awesome!

Please join us in welcoming Stephanie Pagliuca to the HealthForce NH Advisory Board!

Stephanie serves as the Senior Director of Workforce Development and Recruitment at the Bi-State Primary Care Association, where she is dedicated to strengthening the pipeline of clinicians across New Hampshire and Vermont. She leads the NH/VT Recruitment Center and manages a variety of federal, state, and foundation-funded initiatives focused on supporting workforce growth in primary care, dental, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment.

With extensive experience serving on statewide and regional commissions and work groups, Stephanie brings a strong collaborative lens to addressing workforce challenges across the health care system. Her insight and leadership in recruitment and retention efforts will be a valuable addition to the Advisory Board.

05/07/2026

We’re excited for our upcoming Annual Meeting here in New Hampshire—don’t miss a great opportunity to connect and be part of what’s ahead! 🎉
Register here: https://www.bcpay.online/EventRegistrations/register.php?Event=nhdsannual26

05/07/2026

News You Can Use!

CareQuest Institute and NxtCare Launch Initiative to Integrate Oral Health Insights into Home-Based Care

Data-driven program integrates medical and dental care to improve outcomes for patients. CareQuest Institute for Oral Health®, a national nonprofit focused on creating a more accessible, equitable, and integrated oral health system, today announced a data-driven program with NxtCare. As a health ca...

05/04/2026

News You Can Use!

What Granite Staters Need to Know About Changes to Medicaid
Monday, May 18th at 5:30pm
NH Food Bank
700 East Industrial Park Drive
Manchester, NH

With over 187,000 New Hampshire residents relying on Medicaid for their health care coverage, it's important to understand these developments and what they could mean for our state.

The event will include an explanation of the timing for the roll out of changes, including what's already in effect and what's still to come.

Presenters will share perspectives on the impact to individuals, families and the local community. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions. This event is designed for anyone interested in health care access in our state – whether Medicaid affects you directly, someone you know, or you want to stay informed as a community member or health care professional.

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04/28/2026

From our AZ colleagues.

Older adults with 20–32 natural teeth live more years without disability, highlighting oral health’s role in healthy ageing.