IOM Public Health Directorate 2022

VICTORY AT LAST!

On Thursday June 12th 2008 the IOM DHSS announced via press release that they have officially abandoned all plans to fluoridate the Manx water supply, the decision was backed by the Council of Ministers.

The efforts to fluoridate the Manx water supply began back in September 2003 so this represents the end of a 5 year battle.

2022

Key priorities for action

WE WILL:

a) Engage with stakeholders to revisit and review fluoridation of the

water supply on the Isle of Man.

b) Work in partnership with DESC and other stakeholders to establish

a standardised food and drink policy for schools and childhood

settings in line with the Children's Weight Management strategy.

c) Engage with the leads of non-government children’s clubs/

organisations to raise awareness of, and encourage health food

and drink options.

d) Ensure access to routine and urgent dental care for children at

high risk of poor oral health.

e) Integrate oral health into targeted home visits by health visitors

and social workers.