Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to bring to the attention of members of the House and all Canadians that October 16-23 is National Dental Hygiene Week. The purpose of this campaign is to remind Canadians that oral health is important. By improving our oral health we can improve our overall health.
This year's campaign focuses on teens and addresses issues such as smokeless tobacco, gum disease and general mouth care. Natural teeth are meant to last a lifetime and good home dental care can help teens and other Canadians reach this goal.
Dental hygienists are staging mall displays, visiting schools and community centres and working with local media to increase knowledge of oral health. Fact sheets focusing on teen oral health issues are also available.
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association is to be congratulated for mounting a promotion which also highlights the role of dental hygienists in helping Canadians to achieve good oral health.
I am sure all members of the House congratulate the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association and wish it much success in this very important campaign.