Utah is on the verge of becoming the first U.S. state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, as the state Senate recently approved a bill that awaits Governor Spencer Cox's signature. The proposal, which could take effect on May 7, follows escalating debates about fluoride's safety, particularly for children. Advocates of fluoridation warn against the health risks of tooth decay without fluoride, while critics cite studies linking excessive fluoride exposure to neurological deficits in young children. The controversy intensified after Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s appointment as health secretary, emphasizing potential health risks.
The Utah State Senate has approved a bill that bans the addition of fluoride to drinking water, potentially making Utah the first state to implement such a law.
Opponents, including health secretary Robert F. Kennedy, assert that fluoride could harm neurological development in children, pointing to studies linking high exposure to lower IQ scores.
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