Dental Tribune U.S. Edition No.7, 2016

Ad Henry Schein Inc. in June donated more than 25,000 toothbrushes to Timmy Global Health, a non-profit orga- nization that leads teams of medical pro- fessionals and health science students to underserved and isolated communities throughout the world to provide treat- ment to local populations and develop and maintain long-term health care. Since 1997, Timmy Global Health has served more than 84,000 patients in five countries, providing medical, dental, and vision treatments, along with other ser- vices such as midwifery and immuniza- tions. The toothbrushes—many of which have already been given to patients in Ecuador, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic—will continue to be distributed at mission sites throughout the year. The donation is an initiative of Henry Schein Cares, the company’s global corporate so- cial responsibility program. “Timmy Global Health has created a sustainable model for expanding access to health care and maintaining it in some of the most at-risk corners of the world,” said Stanley M. Bergman, chairman and CEO of Henry Schein. “Henry Schein is proud to support organizations such as Timmy Global Health, whose values and commitment to ‘helping health happen’ so closely align with our own.” Timmy Global Health is able to supply some of the world’s most remote areas with essential financial, medical and hu- man resources by partnering with com- munity based programs. Through its ser- vices, Timmy Global Health has provided these partners with more than $1 million in funding and more than $25 million worth of in-kind contributions. The orga- nization not only treats patients, but also establishes medical records and referral systems, and supplies patients with es- sentials for oral health and nutrition like toothbrushes, toothpaste, and vitamins. “The areas that we serve have little or no access to health care, and we often find oral health issues to be prevalent in these communities,” said Dr. Chuck Di- etzen, founder and president of Timmy Global Health. “We understand the neces- sity of providing basic supplies, such as toothbrushes, in order to have a lasting impact on the overall health of commu- nity members. With its donation, Henry Schein has made a direct contribution to the health of thousands of individuals around the world. We at Timmy Global Health are grateful and happy to work with a company that genuinely appreci- ates the value in our work.” (Source: Henry Schein Inc.) 25,000 toothbrushes donated to medical-relief organization Henry Schein helps Timmy Global Health deliver dental care to underserved populationsTimmy Global Health supplies some of the world’s most remote areas with essential financial, medical and human resources by partnering with community-based programs. With support from companies such as Henry Schein, the organization has provided its partners with more than $1 million in funding and more than $25 million worth of in-kind contributions, which includes thousands of toothbrushes. Photo/Gary Lewis, www.dreamstime.com AGD BOOTH NO. 506 Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | July 2016A10 INDUSTRY NEWS

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