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Bills would ban adding fluoride to Florida water supplies
Sponsor says measure would give families final say over their health.
Explainer-What is fluoride and why is it added to the US water supply?
Trump has not announced a position but said it is possible he would make such a recommendation. 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,
Debate Heats Up: Future of Fluoride in U.S. Water Supply
The U.S. is considering ending water fluoridation, a public health measure praised for reducing tooth decay. Amid new studies on fluoride's safety, the controversy intensifies. Advocates cite its dental benefits,
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 Republicans push to ban cities and counties from putting fluoride in public water systems
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Wide-ranging bill would bar public water systems from adding fluoride to Florida water supplies
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’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. Sen.
Proposal targets fluoride in Florida water supplies
The proposal would bar public water systems from adding fluoride to the water supply, but naturally occurring fluoride is already in JEA’s drinking water.
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, Feb. 18. Here's a look at the debate.
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 ...
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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.
States Move to Limit Fluoride in Water After RFK Jr.'s Scrutiny
State lawmakers skeptical of federal guidance on fluoride in water are proposing limits or bans on community fluoridation, a ...
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Delray keeping fluoride in water, despite visit and urging not to by state surgeon general
Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo urged the commission to stop adding fluoride, citing potential health risks. The ...
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 ...