IFDH President Participates in Oral Health
Roundtable During United Nations Week

Jill Rethman, IFDH President, recently traveled to New York for an exciting event on September 24th. She participated in a roundtable discussion with high-level global oral health experts, policymakers, and leaders from the public and private sectors on the topic of Advancing Oral Health. It was sponsored by Colgate and hosted by Dr. Maria Ryan, Colgate-Palmolive’s Chief Clinical Officer.

The discussion, held in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly meeting, spotlighted the importance of health education, behavior change, and cross-sector collaboration. Prevention was a big focus, as all participants realized how essential it is to elevate oral health’s role in NCD prevention and highlight access and education, particularly for children and underserved communities. Photo (left to right): Jill Rethman, Pamela Yelick (President, International Association for Dental Research), Brett Kessler (President, American Dental Association).