Thursday 19 February 2009

Have you missed tonight's Australia Talks program on Dental Medicare?

Thursday February 19, 2009 - ABC Radio National - Australia Talks

The National Health and Hospital Reform Commission recommends an increase in the Medicare levy so Medicare can cover dental services. Is universal dental health coverage overdue? Can we afford such a scheme or should it only cover low-income earners?

For the next 2 weeks you can listen to the program or download the audio here.

Guests:
Associate Professor Hans Zoellner, University of Sydney, Chair of the Association for the Promotion of Oral Health
Christine Bennett, Chair National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission
Dr. Neil Hewson, President Australian Dental Association

Presenter:
Paul Barcley

Accessed at 7:05 pm on Thursday February 19, 2009.