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The Interfaith Dental Program Of Michigan, William J. Danaher, Jr M.Div, Phd
The Interfaith Dental Program Of Michigan, William J. Danaher, Jr M.Div, Phd
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
In the wake of the fall of Kabul in August 2021, hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees found temporary shelter at American airbases, prompting non-profit organizations and faith communities to assist in their resettlement. The Rev. Dr. William J. Danaher Jr. details the efforts of Christ Church Cranbrook and the Muslim Unity Center in Michigan to address the healthcare needs of Afghan refugees, particularly in dental care. Facing language and cultural barriers, they established an Interfaith Refugee Dental Program that successfully provided critical dental services to these refugees. The program's collaborative and humanitarian approach has improved the refugees' well-being and …
J Mich Dent Assoc February 2023
J Mich Dent Assoc February 2023
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
Every month, The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members across the state. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists!
In this issue, the reader will find the following original content:
- A feature on the Interfaith Dental Refugee Program of Michigan
- Commentary on what makes membership matter and the ADA marketing shift on the value of membership.
- Complete details on the 2023 MDA Annual Session
- News you need, Editorial, and regular department articles on Dentistry and the Law, Staff Matters, and Advocacy.