USA - Group Wants Water Fluoridation Promotion Stopped
Group Wants Water Fluoridation Promotion Stopped
People Split On Health Risks Of Fluoride
UPDATED: 8:07 pm CST February 7, 2011
A group of state lawmakers is worried about fluoride in the water, and they're calling for the state Health Department to take a stand.
A bipartisan group of legislators, including House Speaker Beth Harwell, sent a letter to the state health commissioner Monday. They're asking for the department to stop promoting water fluoridation.
Many dentists argue that fluoridated water helps prevent tooth decay.
But fluoride can also cause discoloring of teeth, and opponents are worried about other possible health risks.
People Split On Health Risks Of Fluoride
UPDATED: 8:07 pm CST February 7, 2011
A group of state lawmakers is worried about fluoride in the water, and they're calling for the state Health Department to take a stand.
A bipartisan group of legislators, including House Speaker Beth Harwell, sent a letter to the state health commissioner Monday. They're asking for the department to stop promoting water fluoridation.
Many dentists argue that fluoridated water helps prevent tooth decay.
But fluoride can also cause discoloring of teeth, and opponents are worried about other possible health risks.
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