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Researchers warn against fluoride use for infants and pregnant women to prevent neurological damage
NEW YORK, July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Avoid fluoride during pregnancy and infancy to protect babies’ brains, caution fluoride researchers in the Journal of Pediatrics (“Current Best Evidence,” July 2020), reports the New York State Coalition Opposed to Fluoridation, Inc. (NYSCOF). Scientists Howard Hu, MD and Morteza Bashash, PhD provide commentary on one of seven well-conducted […]
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Cyflumetofen; Pesticide Tolerances. Final Rule.
Note from Fluoride Action Network: Cyflumetofen is a new pesticide as of October 2004. See EU database Molecular structure Original Final Rule online at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-07-01/html/2020-13048.htm SUMMARY: This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of cyflumetofen in or on multiple commodities which are identified and discussed later in this document. Interregional Research Project Number 4 (IR-4) requested […]
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SmileDirectClub Accuses Delta Dental of Scheme to Deny Coverage (1)
Dental insurer allegedly misleading ‘teledentistry’ patients Worst possible time to force face-to-face visits, suit says SmileDirectClub Inc. hit Delta Dental with a pair of fraud lawsuits Tuesday, alleging a scheme by the country’s top dental insurer aimed at refusing to cover its web-based teeth-straightening treatments, even as the Covid-19 pandemic elevates the importance of teledentistry. […]
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7 Cruelty-Free Toothpaste Brands
Whether you’re a new vegan looking to switch your toothpaste or literally anyone looking for a healthier and safer product, here’s a roundup of some go-to vegan and vegan-friendly brands to try. Davids Founded with a commitment to the sustainability of nature, the nation, and health, Davids’ line of toothpaste is made with naturally-sourced ingredients—fully […]
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DOE amends UF6 sale agreement, outlines disposal plans
GE-Hitachi Global Laser Enrichment (GLE) and the US Department of Energy (DOE) have signed an amendment to their agreement for the sale of depleted uranium hexafluoride (UF6) inventories underpinning plans for a commercial laser enrichment facility at Paducah in Kentucky. Separately, the DOE has formalised how it plans to dispose of any waste depleted uranium […]
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Flonicamid. Pesticide Tolerances. Final Rule
*Read the original Final Rule online at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-05-28/html/2020-10565.htm Note from Fluoride Action Network Structural formula of Flonicamid For older info on adverse effects click here See below One commenter opposed approval of this tolerance claiming it could have detrimental effects on beneficial insects. Whether a pesticide has detrimental effects on beneficial insects, however, is a […]
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Materion to supply coolant for Kairos molten salt reactor
Kairos Power of the USA has entered into a strategic collaboration with advanced materials supplier Materion Corporation to develop a reliable and cost-effective supply of coolant for its fluoride salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (KP-FHR). Materion will supply beryllium fluoride, technical consultation, key interfaces and support services. The KP-FHR is an advanced reactor technology that uses uranium […]
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Celebrate 75th anniversary of community water fluoridation in July with webinars
ADA Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention’s National Fluoridation Advisory Committee sponsoring series In honor of the 75th anniversary of community water fluoridation, the ADA Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention’s National Fluoridation Advisory Committee will offer a series of four Zoom webinars in July that will include continuing education credit for each. […]
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Fluridone; Pesticide Tolerances. Final Rule.
Note from Fluoride Action Network Structural Formula of Fluridone (See effects from older site) See original Final Notice SUMMARY: This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of fluridone in or on avocados, mandarins, pomegranates, pistachios, and the stone fruit group (crop group 12). SePRO Corporation requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act […]
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USEPA PFAS Thermal Treatment & Methods Research Opportunities for Collaborative Incineration Field Testing.
Powerpoint by Lara Phelps Director, Air Methods & Characterization Division Center for Environmental Measurement and Modeling US EPA Office of Research and Development 919-541-5544; phelps.lara@epa.gov US EPA ORD Center for Environmental Measurement and Modeling ECOS-EPA PFAS Bimonthly Call April 27, 2020 *Original powerpoint online at http://fluoridealert.org/wp-content/uploads/endicott.phelps.4-27-20.pdf Page 2 • Group of >4000 per and poly […]
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