Parliament Workbench
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Written Question · S4W-08809 · Session 4

What advice it gives to dentists regarding the use of thyroid collars.

Answered Asked by Elaine Smith Lab Lodged 20 Jul 2012

The question

To ask the Scottish Government what advice it gives to dentists regarding the use of thyroid collars.

The answer

Answered by Nicola Sturgeon on 20 Aug 2012 · 31 days after it was lodged, 3 days after it was due

The Scottish Government does not give specific advice to dentists regarding the use of thyroid collars. Dentists are expected to attend relevant training courses and source advice from the UK Health Protection Agency.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S4W-08809 by reference.