August 26th, 2024 Facts about Fluoride, Fluoride and Public Health, Fluoride in the News
Updated September 23, 2025. Thanks to fluoride in water, America has been preventing tooth decay for over 80 years. Fluoridation is effective, safe and benefits everyone regardless of age or income. About 3 out of 4 people in U.S. communities enjoy fluoridated water. So, until recently, concerns about fluoride and IQ were rare. Studies conducted […]
May 21st, 2024 Facts about Fluoride, Fluoride and Public Health, Fluoride Dangers, Fluoride in the News
A new study in JAMA Network Open (Malin, et al.) claims to have found an association between maternal urinary fluoride (MUF) levels and later deficiencies in children’s executive function. This study used urine “spot samples” to measure a pregnant woman’s overall exposure to fluoride. Why Spot Samples Are Not Valid for this Study Experts in […]
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