14 MAR 2025 - Dr Nigel Carter responds to Keir Starmer’s announcement to abolish NHS England. Read more
07 MAR 2025 - Children in the most deprived areas of England will get access to a supervised toothbrushing programme to help protect them from tooth decay, the government has announced today. Read more
21 FEB 2025 - Health Minister Stephen Kinnock has announced hundreds of thousands of people across England will soon be able to access urgent and emergency dental care as the government and NHS roll out 700,000 extra urgent appointments. Read more
12 MAR 2025 - This year, No Smoking Day takes place on Wednesday 12th March, the theme for No Smoking Day this year is ‘Take back your life this No Smoking Day’. Read more
11 MAR 2025 - In celebration of Healthcare Science Week, taking place from 10-16 March 2025, we’re shining a spotlight on the diverse range of roles within NHS healthcare science, particularly those in oral health. Read more
07 MAR 2025 - Today, the Government has announced the largest expansion of water fluoridation in England since the 1980s, aiming to reach an additional 1.6 million people across the North East. Read more
4 Mar 2025 - Every year on 4 March, we mark HPV Awareness Day, a global initiative to increase knowledge about the human papillomavirus (HPV) and its impact on health. Read more
6 FEB 2025—Children's Mental Health Week 2025 will take place from 3 to 9 February 2025, and this year’s theme is ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’. Read more
7 FEB 2025 - Toothache might seem like just a minor inconvenience, but it can be a sign of something far more serious. That’s why, on 9th February – National Toothache Day, we want to highlight why tooth pain should never be ignored and what you can do to protect your smile. Read more
1 FEB 2025 - This February, the Oral Health Foundation invites you to explore an often-overlooked connection: the one between your heart and your mouth. While many people are aware of the importance of a healthy lifestyle to prevent heart disease, few realise how closely linked oral health is to cardiovascular wellbeing. Read more
29 NOV 2024 - The second reading of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill has taken place at the House of Commons by Wes Streeting MP and Secretary of Health and Social Care. Read more
27 NOV 2024 - According to a new report from the National Audit Office (NAO), the dental recovery plan launched in February 2024 with the aim that "everyone who needs to see a dentist will be able to," is unlikely to deliver an additional 1.5 million treatments by March 2025. Read more
25 NOV 2024 - A new Mouth Cancer Charter has been launched last Thursday by the Oral Health Foundation at the House of Commons. Read more
06 NOV 2024 - The number of mouth cancer cases in the UK has reached a record-breaking high, surpassing 10,000 for the first time, according to new data collected by the Oral Health Foundation. Read more
01 AUG 2024 - The Oral Health Foundation welcomes the Government's commitment to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, as announced in the King's Speech. Read more
31 JUL 2024 - The Oral Health Foundation proudly announces the official accreditation of Dent & Go’s new oral health products. Read more
25 JUL 2024 - New data collected by the Oral Health Foundation shows over half of the adult population (54%) admit to skipping brushing their teeth at least once a week. Read more
18 JUL 2024 - New data from the Oral Health Foundation has revealed alarming sugar consumption habits in the UK, sparking concern among health experts. Read more
25 JUN 2024 - A new series of resources have been developed aimed at improving the oral health of individuals with special healthcare needs. Read more
24 JUN 2024 - The Oral Health Foundation has launched a manifesto laying out key priorities for the next government to transform oral health across the United Kingdom. Read more
18 JUN 2024 - The Oral Health Foundation has uncovered alarming reasons behind the growing reluctance of UK adults to visit the dentist. Read more
13 JUN 2024 - Edinburgh Community Food is pleased to announce its fantastic project focused on oral health. Read more
12 JUN 2024 - New data collected by the Oral Health Foundation shows that 93% of UK adults are comfortable discussing their oral health with family and friends. Read more
06 JUN 2024 - New research by the Oral Health Foundation reveals the five most common oral health conditions affecting adults in the UK. Read more