On May 26, 2020, the CDHM circulated our first Interim COVID IPC Guideline. Amidst the developing COVID crisis, 5 more iterations of the document were developed. Today, effective immediately, based on Shared Health’s removal of mandatory precautions, and the May 10th removal of masking requirements in healthcare settings, CDHM is removing the Interim IPC Guidance […] Read More
Jan 2 – Important Information Regarding the CDHM Interim IPC Guidance Document
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, the CDHM created a COVID-19 Interim IPC Guidance document designed to assist registrants in providing safe quality oral care for patients while minimizing risk to themselves and their colleagues. Over the past two years, the document has undergone 6 revisions based on emerging evidence at the time. Today, […] Read More
Oct 31 – COVID-19 Return to Work Screening Memo, October 31, 2022
Please click to read the October 31, 2022 Shared Health Updated Return to Work Guidance for COVID-19
June 28 – Revised COVID Interim IPC Guidance Document, Effective July 1, 2022
Review the updated Interim IPC Guidelines here. Effective July 1, 2022, the NEW Guidelines focus on recovery and preparedness. Manitoba removed public health orders related to COVID-19 as of March 15, 2022, and has transitioned from an acute response to a longer-term response to ongoing COVID-19 cases in the community. As we move towards resuming […] Read More
May 9 – Shared Health: Health-Care Worker COVID-19 Return to Work Screening Guide
See the attached Shared Health Memo and Guide regarding the updated COVID-19 Return-to-Work Procedures Shared Health Memo – Changes to Return to Work Guidance/Testing Shared Health Screening Guide – Health-Care Worker COVID-19 Return to Work Screening Guide
April 7 – Shared Health – Changes to Return-to-Work Guidance
Shared Health has updated their Guidelines, see link: Full guidance for health-care worker return to work/testing. If you have any questions, please reach out to the College office. In health, ArlynnRegistrar, Executive DirectorCDHM
Mar 14 – Important COVID-19 Reminders & Updates
Mar 2022 PPE Requirements Mar 2022 Masking Requirements As Public Health measures begin to lift, it is important to remember your role as a healthcare provider and to be aware of the CDHM Interim IPC Guidelines that remain in effect until further notice. Up to date Shared Health pandemic response information continues to be our […] Read More
Feb 23 – COVID-19 Updates
COVID is still among us, but the next few months may bring some changes that will bring us closer to a new normal. At this time, be reminded the CDHM Interim Guidelines are still in effect. Shared Health has circulated a new ‘Returning to Work Guideline for Employees’, the document is attached for your review. […] Read More
Jan 4 – Updated Shared Health Guidelines in Response to the Spread of the Omicron Variant
The COVID-19 Omicron Variant has resulted in significant community spread. Shared Health has responded by updating a number of their Public Health Guidelines. The following (3) documents are of particular relevance. Please review and contact the College office if you have any questions. 1. Fully vaccinated individuals who have had infection with the COVID-19 virus (tested […] Read More
Nov 22 – Update: COVID-19 Provincial Guidance for Aerosol Generating Medical Procedures (AGMPs)
Review the latest (Nov 18, 2021) update for COVID-19 Provincial Guidance for Aerosol Generating Medical Procedures (AGMPs)
Nov 16 – Third Dose Vaccination for ALL Healthcare Workers
Dental hygienists are eligible for a third COVID-19 vaccine dose. Initially, the CDHM was told by Shared Health that the third dose was for those working in hospitals and long term care homes. We understand, however, if RDH’s identified themselves as such, they were not denied the booster vaccine. And, importantly, as of Thursday last […] Read More
Nov 10 – Updated Interim IPC Guideline & Flu Immunizer Role
Thank-you to Manitoba dental hygienists for safely providing oral care during this next phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, as highly infectious variants are circulating in the community causing breakthrough infections. There are two items of importance for your review: A Slightly Revised Interim IPC Guideline is available, please note new Health Canada information on the […] Read More
Oct 18 – Registered Dental Hygienist Responsibilities and COVID-19 FAQs
Good Afternoon First, thank-you to all of you who contacted the College during the past 17 months with COVID-19 related questions. I realize the answers are not always clear and our best evidence is always changing; we have no precedent decision-making when it comes to COVID-19. Attached is a FAQ sheet () with answers to […] Read More
Oct 18 – Get Your COVID-19 Up-to-date Information Here
Up-to-date information is available at the following locations: Information for the Public Information for Health Care Providers, Physicians & Staff Follow Shared Health Manitoba on Social Media: Twitter Facebook Instagram
Oct 14 – COVID-19 FAQs
Read the answers to your Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 here:
Oct 7 – COVID-19 Vaccine: Expansion of Third Doses to Health Care Personnel and to People who received a Viral Vector Vaccine Series
See the Province of Manitoba News Release See the Province of Manitoba website for up-to-date information on Third Does Eligibility
Sept 29 – New Public Health Order
The CDHM, along with other provincial health regulatory colleges, have been waiting for the Provincial Public Health Order to provide clarity and direction around the August 24th press release on vaccination requirements for healthcare workers in Manitoba. On September 24th, 2021, the Chief Provincial Public Health Officer released Orders requiring vaccination or testing for designated […] Read More
Sept 1 – Shared Health Memo Re: Dasheng N95 Respirator Update
See the August 31, 2021 Shared Health Memo regarding Dasheng N95 Respirator Update here
Aug 24 – Shared Health & Manitoba Health “Mandatory Vaccine FAQ”
See the Shared Health/Manitoba Health “Mandatory Vaccine FAQ” here
Aug 24 – Mandatory Vaccination of Health Care Workers
See the August 24, 2021 Memo from Shared Health/Manitoba Health regarding Mandatory Vaccination of Health Care Workers here
Apr 20 – “Interim IPC Guideline” Document Update
See the April 20 , 2021 “Interim IPC Guideline” here Good Afternoon In the new COVID environment, that includes variants of concern with increased transmissibility, it is appropriate to re-focus on IPC best practices as outlined in the CDHM Interim IPC Guideline. In an attempt to keep you informed and abreast of the emerging science […] Read More
Mar 15 – Emergency Measures Act – Vaccination Eligibility Verification
For your Information: Please review the Government of Manitoba’s, Emergency Measures Act, March 15, 2021, Vaccination Eligibility Verification Order, here:
Mar 10 – ‘Registration’ for Immunizer Required by March 17, 2021
Shared Health has notified CDHM they are enacting the recent Order to include dental hygienists as COVID-19 immunizers. They are working to mobilize a broader workforce to increase access to the COVID-19 vaccines to all eligible Manitobans in the coming weeks. Shared Health has asked us to remind registrants to ensure their regular contributions to […] Read More
Feb 23 – Dental Hygienists Eligible to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine & Updated AGMP Information
Good Afternoon Today Manitoba Health updated the current eligibility criteria for receiving the COVID-19 vaccination and it now includes healthcare workers in dental offices who have direct contact with patients. Health-care workers who meet at least one of the following criteria and have direct contact with patients are eligible: work in acute care facilities; emergency […] Read More
Feb 11 – COVID-19: A Report from the Office of the Chief Dental Officer of Canada; Exposure Assessment Tool from Manitoba Health; and Shared Health Out of Province Referral Protocols
See the important COVID-19 resources below: Evidence to support safe return to clinical practice by oral health professionals in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic: A report prepared for the Office of the Chief Dental Officer of Canada Public Health COVID-19 Exposure Assessment Tool from Manitoba Health Out-of-Province (Neighbouring Province/Territory) Referrals and Patient Precautions During Period […] Read More