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Ch 22 Key Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) | Professional organization for dental assistants. |
| American Dental Association (ADA) | Professional organization for dentists. |
| American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) | Professional organization for dental hygienists. |
| Canadian Dental Assistants Association (CDAA) | Professional organization for dental assistants in Canada. |
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | Federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, prevention, and preparedness, with a goal of improving public health. |
| Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Federal regulatory agency responsible for protecting and restoring the environment and public health through environmental laws. |
| Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | Federal regulatory agency that regulates food, drugs, medical devices, animal feed and drugs, cosmetics, and radiation-emitting products. |
| National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) | Federal agency with the mission to improve dental, oral, and craniofacial health through research, training, and information dissemination. |
| National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) | Federal agency that conducts research and makes recommendations for preventing work-related illnesses and injuries. |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) | One of the world's foremost medical research centers. |
| Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | Federal regulatory agency with the mission to ensure the safety and health of America's workers by setting and enforcing standards. |
| Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) | Premier resource for infection control, safety information, and education for oral healthcare. |
| Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) | Agency of the government of Canada focusing on preventing disease and injuries, and promoting good physical and mental health. |