The Kerry Traveller Health and Community Development Project has been involved in launching a new child oral health initiative aimed at Traveller families.
The project teamed up with a charity called Dental Health Foundation Ireland to provide practical resources to encourage children to develop healthy teeth and gums.
These resources include a culturally inclusive educational flipbook, a fridge magnet with simple tooth care tips for families, and a new animated online video.
Traveller Health Worker with the Kerry Traveller Health and Community Development Project, Noreen Casey explains why targeted measures are so beneficial:
Dental Surgeon and Board Member of the Dental Health Foundation Ireland, Dr Paul O'Dwyer, explains the message they hope to share:
The resources can be found at dentalhealth.ie.
This report was funded by the News Reporting Scheme.
