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FL S1540
Resolution
AI Summary
- Recognizes the Florida Dental Association (representing nearly 6,500 licensed dentists established in 1884) and the Florida Dental Health Foundation for hosting Florida's first Mission of Mercy event on March 28-29, 2014 at Tampa Fairgrounds
- Acknowledges that good oral health may help prevent heart disease, stroke, diabetes, preterm delivery, low birth weight, and bacterial pneumonia
- Provides free dental services to underserved individuals regardless of income status, residency, or health status through Mission of Mercy event
- Notes that hundreds of volunteers including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, medical professionals, and laypersons will participate in providing care
- Lists 24 sponsoring organizations including hospital systems, dental companies, dental associations, and insurance providers supporting the event
Legislative Description
Florida Dental Association/Florida Dental Health Foundation
Last Action
Adopted
4/1/2014
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