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Time to sink teeth into fluoride issue
Those who questioned the use of fluoride in the municipal water supply were once thought to be wacky, like the U.S. general in the 1964 classic movie Dr. Strangelove. Today, years after that Hollywood portrayal of fluoridation as a communist plot, the public has every reason to wonder — and worry — whether the chemical […]
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Queensland Parliament approves fluoridation scheme
Queensland’s Parliament passed laws allowing water fluoridation last night, despite an Opposition push for a referendum on the issue. The Opposition supported the laws, but health spokesman and dentist John Paul Langbroek moved an amendment, which was defeated, seeking a popular vote. Independent MP Liz Cunningham voted against the fluoride laws, and told the house […]
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Fluoride in Queensland by year’s end
FLUORIDE will begin to be added to Queensland drinking supplies this year after the passing of new laws by state parliament. Health Minister Stephen Robertson today thanked MPs for their overwhelming support in passing the legislation last night. He said the response to the $35 million statewide rollout was overwhelmingly positive. “It is encouraging to […]
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Senators Debate Fluoride Requirement in Water
The light in the dental chair is so bright, seven-year-old Christian has to wear shades. Dental hygienist Hannah Randell finds a cavity inside. Many of her patients suffer from tooth decay. Randell, a dental Hygiene instructor at Central Community College brings her students to the Third City Community Clinic in Grand Island. She said, “The […]
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Magazine says Lubbock has worst teeth in nation
London may not be the only city known for bad teeth. Lubbock, too, is gaining a similar distinction. The Hub City was ranked as having the worst teeth in the nation in the April 2008 issue of Men’s Health magazine. And the high level of fluoride in Lubbock’s water, as well as the cost of […]
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Humboldt Bay regional water provider scraps fluoride
The Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District has scrapped looking into whether or not it would be the regional provider for fluoridated water. During a packed regular meeting of its board of directors Thursday, the board voted 4-1 to cease consideration of adding fluoride to the drinking water of its customers, which include several community service […]
United States, California -
Politician raises new fear about fluoride
A Calgary alderman is urging council to revisit the issue of adding fluoride to city drinking water. Ald. Druh Farrell said she’s concerned by new information on the damaging effects of fluoridating water and is thinking of bringing the issue to council. “It always makes sense to review new information,” said Farrell. Water fluoridation has […]
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Port Huron may drop fluoridation
Port Huron may stop adding fluoride to its drinking water, changing a city procedure for the first time since 1974. The discussion surrounding the issue has little to do with science or health. It’s more about the city’s coffers. “I’ve made it very clear that everything is on the table when it comes to the […]
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Torrington encourages comment on fluoridation
Over 60 percent of all American communities are currently putting fluoride in their water supplies. But should Torrington follow suit? Mayor Leroy Schafer and the Torrington City Council are hoping to hear input from as many city residents as possible before making a decision. “I certainly would like to hear from the people who are […]
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Editorial comment on fluoridation
The issue of fluoride in the drinking water has globally raised extensive debates on the pros and cons. Now the good folk of Methven look like being dragged back into the fray by anti-fluoride campaigners wanting to turn back the clock. They have every right to have their say and the community’s residents and its […]
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