As a sponsor of Measure A that will appear on the Nov. 2 ballot, my first reaction in writing this article was to answer every one of the exaggerations and false claims that have been proposed by the so-called “health experts” who endorse the public policy. But the exaggerations are so unbelievable and the denials […]
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Sparta: Locals voice concerns on fluoridation
The idea of forcing residents of Alleghany County to ingest fluoride in their tap water was forcefully criticized at Monday afternoon’s county commissioner’s meeting. But later during the session, when Commissioner Milly Richardson suggested a motion opposing the practice, she was met with caution. Commission Chair Ken Richardson won agreement to have the issue put […]
Port Angeles: More join in court fight over PA fluoride
Seven groups have now joined an effort to overturn a state Supreme Court ruling dealing with fluoride in the Port Angeles water. They’re supporting Port Angeles based “Our Water-Our Choice!” and “Protect Our Waters” in a request the court reconsider its denial of allowing two initiatives on the ballot. The International Academy of Oral Medicine […]
Keizer: Fluoridation on November 1st city council agenda
Excerpt from article titled “Keizer City Council approves changes to sign regs” – A group of people came to the council, concerned about a recent proposal to eliminate proposed expenditures on increasing the city’s fluoride treating capabilities. The council said that issue will be taken up at the Nov. 1 meeting. The group was against […]
Gillette City will post weekly fluoride levels beginning Oct 22
That water coming out of your faucet starting Nov. 1 will be softer, contain elevated levels of fluoride and will need to be conserved as much as possible. That is the message coming from the city of Gillette, which is preparing residents for the changes that are expected to last six months while the Madison […]
Port Angeles: Anti-fluoride groups want state Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling
Two anti-fluoride groups are asking the state Supreme Court to review its September ruling that upheld the city of Port Angeles’ argument in a four-year-long dispute over water fluoridation. The motion, filed last week, claims that the high court did not properly interpret the law when it concluded in a 5-4 vote Sept. 23 that […]
Newberry: No fluoride in Newberry’s water
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tooth decay is the leading and most preventable childhood disease. It deemed water fluoridation “one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century” for its role in preventing tooth decay. However, Newberry is not among the majority of communities in Florida that […]
Advice from the Mayo Clinic on preparing infant formula
Infant formula: 7 steps to prepare it safely 4. Measure the formula For ready-to-use formula: • Shake the container of formula well before opening it. • Pour enough formula for one feeding into a clean bottle. • Use only formula — don’t add water or any other liquid. For liquid-concentrate formula: • Pour the amount […]
What is fluoridation and should you care?
I have been asked the following questions about fluoridation of drinking water. Q: What is fluoride? How and why do they put it in the drinking water in some cities? A: In 1931, fluorides, compounds of the element fluorine, were reported to prevent cavities. Within 20 years of the discovery, drinking water was being fluoridated […]
Eight of the Top Ten Worst Cities for Teeth are Fluoridated
St. Louis has been called the capital of sexually transmitted diseases, asthma and allergies. Now “cavity capital” can be added to the list of St. Louis’ poor health rankings, according to Men’s Health magazine. The magazine based the rankings on fluoride levels in the water, number of dental office visits per capita, percentage of people […]