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Interim PFAS Destruction and Disposal Guidance; Notice of Availability for Public Comment
Note from Fluoride Action Network: Comments due Feb 22, 2021, on EPA’s document dated December 18, 2020,: Interim Guidance on the Destruction and Disposal of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances and Materials Containing Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (Document number: EPA-HQ-OLEM-2020-0527-0002) [Federal Register Volume 85, Number 246 (Tuesday, December 22, 2020)] [Notices] [Page 83554] From the Federal […]
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Tablet fluoridation. Innovations: New community water fluoridation system is ‘game-changer,’ advocates say
Sodium fluorosilicate tablet system receives NSF Standard 61 approval Innovation: The new sodium fluorosilicate tablet system is shown. Editor’s note: The “Innovations” series highlights and features leaps forward in science-based technology that can provide benefits to dentists, their patients and the public. Mulberry, Fla. — A new community water fluoridation system that is the […]
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Fluoride-Based Batteries Set to Replace Lithium in Rechargeable Batteries
As the world continues to become modern, more energy is needed to power modern technology being used today. With the use of electric cars, researchers have been looking for alternative ways and materials to replace lithium-ion rechargeable batteries because these batteries only have a very limited supply. According to a report from Futurity, researchers have thought of […]
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Broflanilide; Pesticide Tolerances
Note from Fluoride Action Network Molecular structure of Broflanilide, an organofluorine insecticide Formula: C25H14BrF11N2O2 Read this Final Rule online at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/html/2020-27906.htm [Federal Register Volume 85, Number 243 (Thursday, December 17, 2020)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 81799-81805] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2020-27906] ======================================================================= ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY […]
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From Alaska to Florida, harmful PFAS compounds pollute water at multiple sites in every state
By Lynne Peeples. Original article online here. Wherever you are in the U.S., there’s a good chance you can find harmful PFAS compounds in water near you. December 16, 2020 — Editor’s note: This story is part of a nine-month investigation of drinking water contamination across the U.S. The series is supported by funding from […]
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7 Anti-Science Myths We All Need To Unlearn
Fluoride Action Network will respond to this unfortunate article due to the misinformation in it. (EC) When people reject science in favor of whatever their preferred ideology is, they can come to absurd … [+] Getty Images Everyone is entitled to their own opinions, but no one is entitled to their own facts. What’s amazing […]
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Fluoride in Drinking Water – Is it Dangerous?
Fluoride in Drinking Water – Is it Dangerous? Many cities add fluoride to drinking water. Fluoride is added to municipal water to prevent tooth decay, primarily in young adults. The practice is quite controversial with dentists suggesting it’s a great idea while others want it out. You can remove fluoride from water using either a […]
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Mefloquine (also known as Lariam) an anti-malaria medication
Mefloquine Molecular formula: C17-H16-F6-N2-O Molecula structure: Excerpt from article on Sara Thompson, a Peace Corps Whistleblower: … Shortly after arriving in Burkina Faso, Thompson was given an anti-malaria medication called mefloquine (also known as Lariam, the brand name). Thompson received a concentrated dose for the first three days, contrary to CDC recommendations. The Peace Corps […]
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Top 10 Best Children S Toothpastes 2020
Note from Fluoride Action Network (EC): Only nine toothpastes are listed as there was a duplicate (#7 and 10 are the same). • Five of the 9 toothpastes contain fluoride (#s 1,2,4,6,9) #2 contains fluoristat which is a fluoride toothpaste. “The active ingredient of Crest was changed in 1981 to sodium monofluorophosphate, or “Fluoristat” – […]
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CDC: Water Fluoridation Guidelines & Recommendations
CDC works closely with other federal agencies, external experts, and researchers to gather and publish recommendations around various health topics. Below are links to those related to fluoride in water. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services In 2015, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published U.S. Public Health Service Recommendation for Fluoride […]
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