Northeast Delta Dental

Children's Dental Health

Tom Raffio hosts dental hygienist Christa Keddie on Northeast Delta Dental Radio to discuss National Children's Dental Health Month. Keddie, an oral health and wellness solutions specialist, shares her background growing up around dentistry and her decade-long career at Northeast Delta Dental implementing risk assessment programs. The conversation covers essential children's dental health topics including when to schedule the first dental visit (by age one or when the first tooth erupts), what causes tooth decay and how to prevent it.

The Kalahan K. Emery Memorial Fund

This episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio features host Tom Raffio interviewing Kraig Emery, founder of the Kalahan K. Emery Memorial Fund and New Hampshire's SUDC ambassador. Kraig shares the heartbreaking story of losing his healthy 2.5-year-old son Kalahan to Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) in March 2001. He emphasizes the importance of not withdrawing during grief, seeking counseling when ready, and allowing yourself to experience all emotions. The interview promotes an upcoming Run for Kalahan 5k on March 14th at Delta Dental to raise awareness and funds for SUDC research during SUDC Awareness Month. Race signups are linked here; https://runsignup.com/Race/NH/Concord/RunForKalihan5kMarchThAm

 

 

Preventive Dental Care Study

Tom Raffio interviews Dr. Ronald Davitt. The conversation covers key findings from a recent preventative dental care study. They explore important topics including establishing a dental home, the importance of early childhood dental visits (by age one or first tooth eruption), caries and periodontal risk assessments, and the connection between oral health and overall health, particularly heart health. 

OLLI at UNH

This episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio features host Tom Raffio interviewing Tori Berube, program manager for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNH. They discuss OLLI's mission to provide lifelong learning opportunities for adults over 50.The conversation covers OLLI's affiliation with UNH and the variety of courses offered including history, arts, science, and health topics, and the benefits of lifelong learning for cognitive health and social connection. 

New Hampshire's Kid Executive Council member

Tom Raffio interviews Phia S., a fifth-grade student from Lancaster Elementary School who was elected as a New Hampshire Kid Executive Council member. The interview focuses on Phia's platform of improving dental access throughout New Hampshire. Phia explains her three-part plan which includes hosting dental supply drives at her school, church and library to donate products to the Lancaster Food Pantry, creating educational content for the Kid Governor blog about proper dental care, and advocating for mobile dental clinics in underserved communities. 

Facilities at Northeast Delta Dental

Tom Raffio interviews Shane Baron, Manager of Corporate Services at Northeast Delta Dental.

The Currier Museum of Art

Tom Raffio and Jordana Pomeroy, Director and CEO of the Currier Museum of Art discus the unique experience the Currier offers, emphasizing its intimate atmosphere compared to larger museums. They highlight the importance of storytelling in art and Jordana explains how the museum is rethinking its collection to engage visitors more deeply, aiming to create memorable experiences that resonate with the community.

 

Special Olympics, New Hampshire

Tom Raffio and guest Shelby Cote detail the upcoming Penguin Plunge and Winnie Dip weekends, which are vital fundraising events for Special Olympics New Hampshire. Shelby explains the various activities planned, the community spirit involved, and how participants can raise funds to support athletes.

AARP New Hampshire

Tom Raffio interviews Christina FitzPatrick, who discusses the AARP Community Challenge Grant Program, which funds projects aimed at improving community livability. She shares that AARP has invested significantly in various projects across New Hampshire, enhancing public spaces and promoting civic engagement. The application process for the grants is also highlighted, encouraging community organizations to apply.

 

Author Rob Kleiner

Tom Raffio interviews Rob Kleiner, author on his latest book, Don't Let The Truth Get In The Way Of A Good Story: Tales from my Grandfather.