“If we address it urgently, we have a chance of reducing harm if it is, in fact, a toxic chemical. And we have a chance of not losing any more trust in public health.” Related: Why Is There Fluoride ...

A side effect the medical community is worried about is peripheral neuropathy – where there is damage to the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. This results in pain, numbness or weakness, ...

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Thursday that nixing fluoride from public drinking water may result in more cavities. "It's a balance," Kennedy said during ...

RFK Jr. says there may be 'more cavities' under fluoride bans: 'It's a balance' "It's a balance. You're going to see probably slightly more cavities," Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F ...

RFK Jr. says there may be 'more cavities' under fluoride bans: 'It's a balance' "It's a balance. You're going to see probably slightly more cavities," Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F ...

Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. conceded that removing fluoride from water and toothpaste will most likely cause “more cavities.” When Fox News’ The ...

The Make America Healthy Again movement’s new film “Toxic Nation” says ultraprocessed foods, seed oils, pesticides and fluoride are making us sick. Here’s what research shows.

Fluoride has been added to public water systems in the United States since 1945 to strengthen tooth enamel and fight off bacteria, ultimately reducing tooth decay.

The new study, published in JAMA Health Forum, found that banning fluoride would substantially increase dental decay and costs particularly for publicly insured and uninsured children.

On May 7, Utah began prohibiting state and local governments from adding fluoride to public water systems, becoming the first state in the nation to do so.

Salt Lake County has added fluoride to its water since 2003, after nearly 60% of Salt Lake County residents voted to approve water fluoridation in 2000. Utah law now bans it. Here's when it'll be ...