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Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Resources

The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) has announced that it will begin posting statewide updates on the COVID-19 situation in Nevada on a weekly basis.

FDA & ADA Stance on Amalgam

On Thursday, September 24, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued updated guidance stating that dental amalgam may cause health problems for some high-risk groups, especially those with hypersensitivity to mercury. The update reinforced that amalgam is safe for most, but recommended some patients to avoid the material. More

Nevada Compliance

Nevada operates an OSHA-approved State Plan covering most private sector workers and all state and local government workers.

Dec 23, 2020

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COVID Relief Passed by Congress
After thousands of grassroots emails from ADA members, as well as extensive lobbying from the ADA’s Government Affairs team, Congress has passed an end of the year package. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 funds the government through the end of fiscal year 2021 and also includes COVID relief. The President is expected to sign this bill into law soon.
Dec 19, 2020

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Health Watch: Nevada dentists ready to administer COVID-19 vaccine
With thousands of doses of the COVID-19 vaccine arriving in our state, hundreds of dentists statewide are ready to give the vaccine, when and if the governor calls them in for emergency help. See Dr. Mark Funke’s with Channel interview on KLAS-8 CBS.
Dec 11, 2020

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COVID-19 Vaccination Program
Nevada's Playbook for Statewide Operations V2 from the Nevada Department of Human Services
Dec 11, 2020

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First COVID-19 vaccine allocation announced
164,150 doses set to be delivered to Nevada for December
Nov 18, 2020

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Get the Latest Nevada COVID-19 Information
Get information broken down by different audiences, frequently asked questions and tips and guidelines on how to prevent COVID-19.
Oct 16, 2020

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Report Finds COVID-19 Rate Among Dentists is Less than One Percent
Although assumed to be at high risk for COVID-19, fewer than one percent of dentists nationwide were found to be COVID-19 positive, according to a first-of-its-kind report in the U.S. based on data collected in June 2020.
Oct 10, 2020

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The NDA Office is Moving
The NDA office will be moving to Carson City, NV. Our staff will be available and working remotely until this transition is complete. Watch for our Grand Opening coming soon.
Oct 10, 2020

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Trump Administration Announces $20 Billion in New Phase 3 Provider Relief Funding
Under the leadership of President Trump, The U.S. HHS through the HRSA is announcing $20 billion in new funding for providers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Providers can begin applying for these funds on Monday, October 5, 2020.
Oct 10, 2020

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We've Gone Digital
Access your ADA membership card, annual dues sinserts, and renewal options online, whenever you need it.
Oct 2, 2020

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NDA and ADA Stance on Dental Amalgam
The American Dental Association (ADA) and the Nevada Dental Association (NDA) reaffirm their position that dental amalgam is a durable, safe, and an effective cavity-filling option.
Jul 30, 2020

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FAQ's on the Provider Relief Fund and requirements
The deadline to apply is Aug. 3rd but what information and materials do you need?
Jul 27, 2020

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ADA Protocols to Follow if COVID Possitive
If a staff member tests positive for COVID-19 or must self-quarantine because of a COVID-19 exposure, do I need to pay staff members while they are out?
Jul 27, 2020

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Workplace Safety and Health Update
There is quite a lot of information and regulations which can be rather daunting to swim through, understand and especially implement. See Member Access News for more information.
Jul 13, 2020

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IRS Issues Guidance On Sick, Family Leave Reporting Requirements
The ADA News (7/10) reported the Internal Revenue Service has issued guidance that aims “to help employers fulfill the requirement of reporting the amount of qualified sick leave wages and qualified family leave wages paid to employees under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.”
May 21, 2020

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PPE Request Forms for Individual Businesses
The NDA has issued an update providing a step-by-step guide on how to obtain PPE Supplies for your practice.
Apr 20, 2020

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Do You Have Your SOP Manual Completed?
Discover what a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is and how to utilize them in the office with this essential webinar. You’ll learn how to organize them into an amazing Digital SOP Manual, complete from every department in the practice.
Apr 1, 2020

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Updated Resources Concerning SBA Loans for Dentists and Their Practices
Federal lawmakers approved the third legislative package, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), to provide relief to business owners and employees.
Mar 26, 2020

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Treating COVID-19 Patients and SARS Cov-2
The ADA has provided guidelines on treating COVID-19 patients and more information on SARS, Cov-2
Mar 24, 2020

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COVID-19 Infection Control Protocols and Procedures Webinar
On March 20, 2020, the American Dental Association (ADA) teamed up with leading infection control experts from the Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) to provide the dental community with practical guidance and education as we navigate the challenges COVID-19 is presenting to our profession.
Jul 8, 2019

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EPA ONE-TIME COMPLIANCE REPORT FOR DENTAL DISCHARGERS to Comply
Dental dischargers in business prior to the effective date of the Rule (July 14, 2017) have a deadline of July 14, 2020 to meet compliance with the Rule and submit a one-time compliance report.