Utah Becomes First State to Ban Fluoride in Drinking Water; Other States Follow Suit
In a landmark decision, Utah has officially banned fluoride in public drinking water systems, becoming the first state in the nation to do so. The ban takes effect Wednesday, amidst growing concerns about the substance’s safety. This decision aligns with remarks from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new Health and Human Services secretary, who expressed strong skepticism about fluoride’s necessity for health during a recent visit to Utah.
States like Florida, Kentucky, and Nebraska are contemplating similar legislation, sparked by controversies surrounding fluoride’s potential health risks. A notable U.S. District Court ruling in California highlighted fluoride’s toxic dangers, particularly for young children and pregnant mothers, citing its association with lower IQ in offspring.
Utah’s law does not ban fluoride outright; residents can still access it without a prescription. Meanwhile, private companies, such as Ultradent Products, are stepping in to offer free fluoride treatments in response to the state’s decision. On May 17, 2023, the company will provide 70,000 free treatments at the Rose Park Community Resource Fair, emphasizing a commitment to community health despite the controversial ban on water fluoridation.
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