Fluoride in drinking water – what the public needs to know

After decades of debate, there no longer is any doubt that the widespread US practice of adding fluoride to drinking water is posing risks to our health. The evidence that makes this clear has accumulated over many years, with much of it laid out in court files after a group of non-profits and individuals sued […]

For fourth time, Somerset votes on fluoride in their drinking water. How safe is it?

Another citizens petition to remove fluoride from Somerset’s drinking water was before Special Town Meeting on Saturday. The measure was defeated, 192-154 votes. The same or similar petitions have been before voters three other times in less than two years, and all have failed. This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy. […]

My View: City of Ormond Beach removes fluoride from the water supply

In a bold and commendable move, the Ormond Beach City Commission has unanimously voted to discontinue the addition of fluoride to the city’s water supply. This decision reflects a growing awareness of the evolving science surrounding fluoride’s efficacy and its potential risks. By taking this step, Ormond Beach joins other Florida cities such as Melbourne, […]

Say goodbye to fluoride in water ? Drastic measure in this state

This measure is one of many hotly debated public health measures, and Utah is the latest state to take a stand against it. A bill moving through the Utah Legislature is?proposing to eliminate fluoride from all public water systems, drawing fierce resistance from dental professionals. Advocates say it comes down to personal choice and government […]

$300K grant to support SEAL! Michigan, community water fluoridation programs

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month by announcing a $300,000 grant from the Delta Dental Foundation (DDF) to support SEAL! Michigan and community water fluoridation programs. “The SEAL! Michigan program and community water fluoridation continue to improve oral health for all Michigan families,” said […]

2nd Bill Filed Requiring Fluoride Removal From Tennessee Water Supply

Republican Senator Rusty Crowe (Dist. 3- Johnson City) and conservative Representative Chris Todd (R-Dist. 73- Madison County) have joined forces to sponsor a bill which would not only increase water testing standards for fluoride, but require its complete removal from the public water supply. SB1141/HB0897 would firstly reduce the amount of allowable detectable fluoride in […]

Fluoride in water discussion comes to South Dakota

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A bill to repeal requirements regarding water fluoridation in South Dakota has been heard in the South Dakota legislature. The bill, Senate Bill 133, brought by Republican Sen. Carl Perry, does a handful of things. First, the bill looks to enshrine 4.0 mg/L as the maximum allowable level of fluoride […]

Wilton Simpson highlights Florida Farm Bill proposal to ban fluoride in public water supply

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson highlighted the Florida Farm Bill Friday, which includes a proposal to ban the addition of non-water quality additives, such as fluoride, to the public water supply. “If COVID-19 taught us anything, it is that government has the ability to force health decisions without our consent based […]

Hannibal City Council sends recommendation to remove fluoride from city water supply to Board of Public Works

HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal City Council voted 4-1 to have fluoride removed from the city’s water supply. However, the resolution itself doesn’t have the authority to halt the addition of fluoride into the city’s water. Instead, it simply recommends its removal to the Hannibal Board of Public Works. “It is not an instruction,” City […]