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American Indian and Alaska Native Communities Face a 'Disproportionate Burden of Oral Disease' - Reversing Inequities Involves Challenges and Opportunities

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White paper explores the state of American Indian and Alaska Native oral health. Discusses some of the oral health disparities faced by AI/AN communities, such as historical and cultural factors, workforce shortages, and oral health literacy, among other factors. Presents solutions and strategic recommendations to address AI/AN oral health disparities.
Author(s)
Mary Altenberg, Terrence Batliner, Tommie Chavis II, et al.
Date
03/2023
Type
Document
Organizations
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, National Indian Health Board
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Access · American Indian or Alaska Native · Health disparities · Oral health · Service delivery models · Statistics and data

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