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National Model Dental Therapist Rule Panel. 2022. Model dental therapist rule. [no place]: National Partnership for Dental Therapy, 34 pp.

Annotation: This guide provides information for policymakers, state agencies, licensing boards and agencies, oral health and other nonprofit organizations, state governments, and other interested parties in states that have enacted dental therapy legislation and are planning licensing and regulatory efforts. The guide explains what an administrative rule is and offers background information on dental therapy and rulemaking. Also discussed are best practices in dental therapy administrative rulemaking, tribal regulation of dental therapists, and the Model Dental Therapist Rule.

Contact: National Partnership for Dental Therapy, Web Site: https://www.dentaltherapy.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Administrative policy, Best practices, Licensing, Oral health, Public policy, State legislation, Work force

National Mentoring Resource Center. 2022. Workforce development guide for opportunity youth. Boston, MA: National Mentoring Resource Center, 8 pp.

Annotation: This guide serves as a resource to encourage models of workforce development that promote mentorship and holistic development for disconnected (opportunity) youth ages 16-24. It discussing the challenges that these young people face; the types of workforce skills needed; and best programs and practices to help youth succeed as they transition to adulthood.

Contact: National Mentoring Resource Center, 201 South Street, Suite 615, Boston, MA 02111, Telephone: (617) 303-4600 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://nationalmentoringresourcecenter.org/

Keywords: Adolescents, Best practices, Mentors, Models, Program development, Work force, Young adults, Youth

National Rural Health Association. 2020. Compendium of rural oral health best practices. Kansas City, MO: National Rural Health Association, 36 pp.

Annotation: This compendium presents programs designed to improve access to oral health care in rural communities and shares best practices related to providing care in these communities. The compendium is divided into topic areas: workforce development and training, care integration, telehealth, clinical, and policy and national models. Each topic area highlights specific programs and provides information on the program purpose, a program summary, and information on the program’s efficacy and impact.

Contact: National Rural Health Association, 521 East 63rd Street, Kansas City, MO 64110, Telephone: (816) 756-3140 Fax: (816) 756-3144 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.ruralhealth.us Available from the website.

Keywords: Best practices, Model programs, Oral health, Public policy, Research, Rural population

Watts MH, Michel KH. 2020. Equitable enforcement to achieve health equity: An introductory guide for policymakers and practitioners. Oakland, CA: ChangeLab Solutions, 52 pp.

Annotation: This guide poses a series of questions that policymakers, advocates, and enforcement officials should ask when drafting, implementing, and enforcing a public health policy. It aims to help such actors explore (1) the equity implications of traditional public health enforcement tools, and (2) strategies to avoid unintended negative consequences when enforcing violations of the law. The guide also explores best practices in design and development of enforcement provisions that avoid inequitable impacts and promote community health.

Contact: ChangeLab Solutions, 2201 Broadway, Suite 502, Oakland, CA 94612, Telephone: (510) 302-3380 Web Site: http://changelabsolutions.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Best practices, Health equity, Law enforcement, Model programs, Public health, Public policies

Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors. 2019. Best practice approach report: The role of oral health workforce development in access to care. Reno, NV: Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors, 30 pp.

Annotation: This report discusses how development of the oral health workforce can influence access to oral health care. The report covers factors influencing access to care, workforce composition and projected supply, recruitment and preparation of the future workforce, and the capacity of the safety net. Guidelines and recommendations, best practice criteria, and state practice examples are included.

Contact: Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors, 3858 Cashill Boulevard, Reno, NV 89509, Telephone: (775) 626-5008 Fax: (775) 626-9268 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.astdd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Access to health care, Best practices, Guidelines, Oral health, Recruitment, Training

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . 2018. CDC Vital Signs: Safe sleep for babies. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 4 pp. (Vital Signs)

Annotation: This infographic describes the dangers of SUIDS, environmental factors that can lead to it, and tips on how to lower the risks. Using graphs and illustrations, it displays statistics on unsafe sleep practices according to the race/ethnicity and age of the mother, and gives tips to parents and caregivers on sleep safety.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636 Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov

Keywords: Asphyxia, Best practices, Federal initiatives, Safe sleep, Suffocation

American Academy of Pediatrics. 2015. AAP policy. Elk Grove Village, IL: American Academy of Pediatrics, multiple items.

Annotation: This resource contains policy-related documents from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Contents include policy statements, practice guidelines, technical reports, and affirmations of value.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: (630) 626-6000 Secondary Telephone: (847) 434-4000 Fax: (847) 434-8000 Web Site: https://www.aap.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Best practices, Guidelines, Health policy, Pediatric care, Pediatricians, Professional societies

National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education. 2011. Family checklist for nutrition in early care and education. Aurora, CO: National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education, 2 pp.

Annotation: This checklist contains pointers on good nutrition policies and practices that families can look for in choosing, or observing, current settings for their children's early care and education. Topics include infant feeding, specific foods and drinks, nutrition plans and policies, behavior and socialization, teaching opportunities for children ages 2 and over, how families can help caregivers and teachers promote good nutrition, and additional resources and organizations.

Contact: National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education, University of Colorado Denver, 13120 East 19th Avenue, Mail Stop F541, P.O. Box 6511, Aurora, CO 80045, Telephone: (800) 598-5437 (598-KIDS) Fax: (303) 724-0960 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://nrckids.org Available from the website.

Keywords: , Best practices, Child care, Consumer education materials, Families, Family centered services, Nutrition policy, Young children

National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education. 2011. Family checklist for physical activity in early care and education. Aurora, CO: National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education, 2 pp.

Annotation: This checklist contains pointers on good physical activity policies and practices that families can look for in choosing, or observing, current settings for their children's early care and education. Topics include opportunities for physical activity, encouragement of physical activity, limiting screen (TV, DVD, computer) time, policies and practices promoting physical activity, teaching opportunities for children ages 2 and over, how families can help caregivers and teachers promote good nutrition, and additional resources and organizations.

Contact: National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education, University of Colorado Denver, 13120 East 19th Avenue, Mail Stop F541, P.O. Box 6511, Aurora, CO 80045, Telephone: (800) 598-5437 (598-KIDS) Fax: (303) 724-0960 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://nrckids.org Available from the website.

Keywords: , Best practices, Child care, Consumer education materials, Families, Family centered services, Health policy, Physical activity, Young children

National Network for Oral Health Access. 2011. Characteristics of a quality oral health/dental program. Denver, CO: National Network for Oral Health Access, 2 pp.

Annotation: This fact sheet lists characteristics of successful oral health programs. Topics include management and decision-making, fiscal sustainability, program integration, tools and teams, personnel recruitment and retention, data, quality improvement, and leadership. Information about the methodology used to develop the fact sheet is included.

Contact: National Network for Oral Health Access, 181 East 56th Avenue, Suite 410, Denver, CO 80216, Telephone: (303) 957-0635 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nnoha.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Best practices, Oral health, Program management, Quality assurance

   

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number U02MC31613, MCH Advanced Education Policy, $3.5 M. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.