Utah becomes first state to ban fluoride in public water
- Utah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, as signed into law by Republican Governor Spencer Cox.
- The ban prohibits any person or government entity from adding fluoride, which helps prevent tooth decay, to water systems in Utah.
- Opponents warn that this ban will disproportionately affect low-income residents who may rely on fluoridated water for dental care.
- Major medical organizations, including the American Dental Association, support adding fluoride to drinking water for cavity prevention.
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Utah Becomes First State To Ban Fluoride From Public Drinking Water
Well, we are beginning to see some movement towards elimination of fluoride from public drinking water and Utah is the first state to do it. Utah Governor Spencer Cox signed legislation this week that keeps cities and communities from adding the chemical to their water systems. Fox News has the story. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox …
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