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Lively debate erupts over fluoride in drinking water systems
Harmful or helpful? Both the benefits and the risks of fluoride injected into public drinking water systems was part of a legislative discussion.
Fluoride: Why Is It in Our Drinking Water, and Is It Safe for Children?
You're not alone if you have questions about fluoride in your water supply. We reached out to experts to get answers.
Florida bill would ban fluoride in local drinking water
Local governments in Florida and across the country recently have debated — and, in some cases, stopped — the longstanding practice of adding fluoride to water supplies. Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo has urged more communities to take that step, appearing personally at a hearing in Tavares late last year as the city halted the practice.
Florida’s agriculture commissioner joins push to remove fluoride from drinking water
With the backing of Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson, a Senate Republican on Thursday filed a wide-ranging bill that would bar public water systems from adding fluoride to water supplies.
Dentists weigh in on the safety of fluoride in drinking water
Dr. Fabiola Ortega with Elite Smiles Pediatric Dentistry said after looking into the research, she doesn't have any concerns.
Florida bill proposes ban on fluoride in public water
A new bill filed in the Florida Legislature, supported by the agriculture commissioner, seeks to ban public water systems from adding fluoride. Stay up-to-date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25 Sign up for our Newsletters Cities like Fort Pierce,
Bills would ban adding fluoride to Florida water supplies
With the backing of Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson, a Senate Republican on Thursday filed a wide-ranging bill that would bar public water systems from adding fluoride to water supplies. Sen.
Lakeland delays discussing fluoride in city's water until after Bartow workshop. A look at the issues
Lakeland officials have delayed a public hearing on fluoridation, taking interest in Bartow's public workshop set for Tuesday ...
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Delray Beach won’t stop adding fluoride to drinking water, despite state surgeon general’s advice
Delray Beach won’t stop adding fluoride to its drinking water — a decadeslong practice in the city — despite the urging to do ...
Arkansas lawmakers debate local control over fluoride in water amid health concerns
The debate over fluoride in drinking water is not over. Senator Pezno says he has another bill, Senate Bill 4, that he plans ...
For fourth time, Somerset votes on fluoride in their drinking water. How safe is it?
For the fourth time in under two years, Somerset has defeated a move to remove fluoride from the water supply. See how they voted.
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Explainer-What is fluoride and why is it added to the US water supply?
Here is what you need to know about fluoridation of drinking water as a public health measure. Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in water, soil and air that has been demonstrated to ...