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December 07, 2006
Linnea Tyler's Reflection of March of Dimes Health Walk
SADHA
March of Dimes Health Walk
I decided at the last minute to attend the March of Dimes Health Walk and due to the wonderful experience I had, I am pleased with my decision. I was very nervous about attending the health walk because I didn't know what to expect. My class mates informed me that we must talk to our audience about the importance of oral health care. This was the first time in my life that I've ever participated in an event such as this. I get nervous about public speaking. Attending this activity helped me release my fears. As I arrived at U of M's SADAH educational table there was no time for nervousness. Upon greeting the rush of people I had to immediately engage in oral health care conversations, pass out tooth brushes, tooth paste, and trident chewing gum with xylitol. The majority of my conversations with people derived from the trident gum. They were curious about what xylitol was. I really enjoyed educating people about xylitol and how it helps prevent dental caries.
Attending this activity made me feel important. It made me recognize the significance of my position as an oral health care professional. I was so elated about my deliverance at the health walk that I told my family members about my excitement. This is one event that I will always remember.
Posted by linneact at December 7, 2006 08:17 PM