July 14th, 2020 Communities Supporting Fluoride, Fluoride and Public Health, What the Experts Say about Fluoride
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of community water fluoridation (CWF), eight former United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Dental Officers have issued a statement affirming this public health practice. “Community water fluoridation is the great equalizer in prevention of dental caries because all individuals regardless of income or education are able to access […]
June 5th, 2018 Children's Oral Health and Fluoride, Communities Supporting Fluoride, Fluoride and Public Health, Partners in Fluoride
The Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors (ASTDD) recently posted the findings of its ongoing surveillance of attempts by opponents of water fluoridation to end the practice in targeted communities. In 2017, although existing fluoridation policy was challenged in 48 communities, it was maintained in 39 (81%). This continues a trend that has […]
January 21st, 2016 Children's Oral Health and Fluoride, Communities Supporting Fluoride, Fluoride and Public Health, Fluoride in the News
In Europe, a variety of methods are used to ensure that fluoride’s benefits reach a large population of children and adults. Ireland, England and Spain have water fluoridation programs that reach nearly 13 million people. Several areas of Italy have natural fluoride levels that are high enough to help prevent tooth decay. In Germany, Switzerland, […]
August 31st, 2015 Communities Supporting Fluoride, Fluoride in the News
Last week the Denver, Colorado Board of Water Commissioners voted to continue to fluoridate its municipal water systems, guaranteeing the 1.3 million people it serves the ongoing benefit to their dental health. The Resolution provides an eloquent explanation of the Water Board’s process, rationale, and findings, and places these in the context of the region’s […]
November 7th, 2014 Communities Supporting Fluoride
Among Tuesday’s closely watched election battles around the country were no fewer than eight ballot measures asking voters to decide whether or not to initiate, retain, or restore community water fluoridation (CWF). Local residents sent a resounding message that they value this safe, effective, common-sense public health measure. By a margin of almost two to […]
November 7th, 2014 Communities Supporting Fluoride, Fluoride in the News
Community water fluoridation (CWF) continues to receive wide support throughout the country as evidenced by Tuesday’s elections when seven municipalities voted to initiate, retain, or restore community water fluoridation. All over the country, communities are affirming their support for a sensible, safe, and affordable preventive measure that helps families stay strong and healthy. Thanks to […]
August 18th, 2014 Communities Supporting Fluoride
Swift action by area dentists assured that the Kennebunk Board heard evidence on the safety and effectiveness of community water fluoridation (CWF) on July 8 when two local residents approached the Board with a request to place removal of CWF on the November ballot. The petition was ultimately withdrawn, but as many as seven towns […]
August 15th, 2014 Communities Supporting Fluoride
On August 12, the Fircrest, Washington City Council voted down an ordinance that would have stopped the city’s 57-year practice of community water fluoridation. Fluoride proponents in the community, including residents, doctors, dentists and representatives from the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, have presented officials with information about the public health benefits of fluoridated water. They […]
April 21st, 2014 Communities Supporting Fluoride, Infographics
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) supports the health of all Americans in innumerable ways, from cancer prevention to seatbelt promotion, and from researching disease outbreaks to supporting water fluoridation. One grant program in particular, administered through the CDC Division of Oral Health, helps support states in the efficient and effective use of […]
July 1st, 2013 Communities Supporting Fluoride, Fluoride in the News
A study published in a recent issue of the Journal of Public Health Dentistry provides further evidence of the benefits of community water fluoridation. The researchers evaluated dental health data for more than 2,300 middle-aged Germans who grew up when the country was divided. Even though evidence shows that East Germans consumed more sugar on […]
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