January 2010
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Give Kids a Smile Day’ set for Feb. 5
By Christi Mathis
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- For the eighth consecutive year, the region’s children have the opportunity to get free dental care thanks to the
“Give Kids a Smile Day” at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The SIUC Dental Hygiene Program, in conjunction with the
Southern
Illinois Dental Society and the Southern Illinois Dental Hygiene Society, is offering free dental care for children on Feb. 5. The event
will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the SIUC Community Dental Center.
About 100 students and 21 faculty members from the University’s Dental Hygiene Program, along with numerous volunteer dentists
and hygienists from the area, will provide the free dental care. The event is open to all kids ages 2-18, but the goal is helping as
many children as possible who do not have dental insurance, giving the much-needed care to those who might not otherwise get it.
“With the current state of the economy and individuals losing their jobs, preventive dental care can be one of the first things to go.
Give Kids a Smile Day is an excellent opportunity for students, faculty and dental professionals to give back to their community,” said
Jennifer M. Meyer, clinical instructor for the Dental Hygiene Program and coordinator of “Give Kids a Smile Day.”
During the 2009 “Give Kids a Smile Day” 240 children got free dental treatments, Meyer said. On Feb. 5, participating children will
get dental examinations, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and, if required, fillings or simple extractions.
Appointments are preferred. To make an appointment, call the center at 618/453-8826 and mention that you’re making an
appointment for “Give Kids a Smile Day.” The Dental Hygiene Program is in the School of Allied Health. Dr. Dwayne G. Summers,
clinical associate professor, is director of the program, which is a component of the College of Applied Sciences and Arts.
By Christi Mathis
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- For the eighth consecutive year, the region’s children have the opportunity to get free dental care thanks to the
“Give Kids a Smile Day” at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The SIUC Dental Hygiene Program, in conjunction with the
Southern
Illinois Dental Society and the Southern Illinois Dental Hygiene Society, is offering free dental care for children on Feb. 5. The event
will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the SIUC Community Dental Center.
About 100 students and 21 faculty members from the University’s Dental Hygiene Program, along with numerous volunteer dentists
and hygienists from the area, will provide the free dental care. The event is open to all kids ages 2-18, but the goal is helping as
many children as possible who do not have dental insurance, giving the much-needed care to those who might not otherwise get it.
“With the current state of the economy and individuals losing their jobs, preventive dental care can be one of the first things to go.
Give Kids a Smile Day is an excellent opportunity for students, faculty and dental professionals to give back to their community,” said
Jennifer M. Meyer, clinical instructor for the Dental Hygiene Program and coordinator of “Give Kids a Smile Day.”
During the 2009 “Give Kids a Smile Day” 240 children got free dental treatments, Meyer said. On Feb. 5, participating children will
get dental examinations, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and, if required, fillings or simple extractions.
Appointments are preferred. To make an appointment, call the center at 618/453-8826 and mention that you’re making an
appointment for “Give Kids a Smile Day.” The Dental Hygiene Program is in the School of Allied Health. Dr. Dwayne G. Summers,
clinical associate professor, is director of the program, which is a component of the College of Applied Sciences and Arts.
February 2010
With the U.S.. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as
not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun
verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every
person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race,
and other relevant data.
The big question is - how do you tell the difference between U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:
**If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a hand held device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a
confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should NEVER
invite anyone you don't know into your home.
**Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do NOT give your Social Security number,
credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census.
REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR
ADDRESS.
While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT
ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor
will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census Bureau.
Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, the Census Bureau will not contact you by E-mail,
so be on the lookout for E-mail scams impersonating the Census. Never click on a link or open any attachments in an E-mail that are supposedly
from the U.S. Census Bureau.
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun
verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every
person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race,
and other relevant data.
The big question is - how do you tell the difference between U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:
**If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a hand held device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a
confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should NEVER
invite anyone you don't know into your home.
**Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do NOT give your Social Security number,
credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census.
REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR
ADDRESS.
While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT
ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor
will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census Bureau.
Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, the Census Bureau will not contact you by E-mail,
so be on the lookout for E-mail scams impersonating the Census. Never click on a link or open any attachments in an E-mail that are supposedly
from the U.S. Census Bureau.
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.