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No evidence that turmeric removes fluoride from the brain
Note from Fluoride Action Network: This is stated in the article below: “Recent research has also found that exposure to fluoride in pregnancy is associated with poor cognitive development, but those findings have been disputed.” It’s unfortunate that the source for the dispute is the American Council on Science and Health, an industry-friendly non-profit that goes after anything […]
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Fluoride Fear Stages a Comeback
“Have you never wondered why I drink only distilled water, or rainwater, and only pure-grain alcohol? Have you ever heard of a thing called fluoridation of water? Do you realize that fluoridation is the most monstrously conceived and dangerous Communist plot we have ever had to face?” That was Gen. Jack Ripper (Sterling Hayden) to […]
United States, California Misinformation -
New ‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Contaminating the Environment, Regulators Say
Efforts to oversee one PFAS compound from the chemical company Solvay illustrate the challenges officials face Earlier this year, state and federal researchers reported finding a new, potentially dangerous chemical in soil samples from multiple locations in New Jersey. The compound was a form of PFAS, a group of more than 5,000 chemicals that has […]
United States, New Jersey Perfluorinated chemicals -
Department of Health releases 10 Year oral health plan to improve oral health for all Pennsylvanians
Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine today released the Pennsylvania Oral Health Plan 2020-2030, a 10-year roadmap to improve the oral health of all Pennsylvanians. The plan builds on the successes of the Pennsylvania Oral Health Plan 2017-2020 while identifying key gaps that still need to be filled. It contains a list of proven […]
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Saflufenacil; Pesticide Tolerances. Final Rule.
Note from Fluoride Action Network: Structural formula for Saflufenacil ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of saflufenacil in or on the caneberry subgroup 13-07A, fig, chia seed and chia straw. Interregional Research Project Number 4 (IR-4) requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). DATES: This regulation […]
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How eating fast food can mean eating a serving of hidden chemicals
Popular fast-food chains may be serving up potentially hazardous chemicals in the packaging of burgers, fries, and even salads, according to a new study. Consumer Reports explains how you can avoid feeding your family so-called “forever chemicals.” Healthy eating is good for you and choosing to grab a bite to eat from restaurants like Sweetgreen […]
United States, National USA Perfluorinated chemicals -
FDA recommendations against mercury amalgam for children, pregnant women, and other vulnerable populations
Note from Fluoride Action Network, We want share this good news with everyone, albeit it took more than 30 years of campaigning to achieve this victory. Our sincerest gratitude to everyone who worked on this battle. (EC) WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A broad array of consumer, medical, parents, and environmental groups are lauding a […]
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Marysville water plant supervisor advocates for end of fluoride
The supervisor of Marysville’s water plants is advocating that the city abandon the use of fluoride, but officials haven’t formally responded after issues were raised this week. During a presentation Monday, Bari Wrubel, who oversees the water filtration and wastewater treatment plants, said city staff has been working in limbo after a leak in fluoride […]
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Kentucky: Fluoride pro and con: Lawmakers hear the debate
Sen. Julie Raque Adams, R-Louisville, left, and Rep. Kimberly Poore Moser, R-Taylor Mill, testifying on potential legislation to give local governments control over tobacco marketing and sales. FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Passionate advocates for and against adding fluoride to tap water testified Tuesday before lawmakers on the Interim Joint Committee on Local Government. For decades, […]
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Kentucky legislative hearing goes off the rails after GOP lawmaker spouts conspiracy theories about fluoride
A GOP state lawmaker in Kentucky on Tuesday got called out by the president of his state’s top dental association for spouting conspiracy theories about fluoride in drinking water. As reported by the Lexington Herald-Leader’s Alex Acquisto, Republican State Sen. Stephen West falsely claimed during a legislative committee hearing that putting fluoride in drinking water […]
United States, Kentucky
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