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Florida Lawmakers Vote to Ban Fluoride in Water

4/29/2025

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Florida lawmakers have voted 88-27 to ban fluoride in public water systems, a move that could soon be signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis. While supporters claim it will save costs, health officials raise alarms about the potential risks to public health and the erosion of years of dental care advancements.

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Florida lawmakers have voted 88-27 to ban fluoride in public water systems, a move that could soon be signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis. While supporters claim it will save costs, health officials raise alarms about the potential risks to public health and the erosion of years of dental care advancements.