Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs legislation to ban fluoride in drinking water, FDA takes steps to remove ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for kids due to potential risks to children's health. Health leaders are working to finalize details of the plan by Oct. 31.
Key Points
Florida Governor bans fluoride in drinking water
FDA takes steps to remove ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for kids
Focus on using safer methods for dental health and hygiene
Pros
Protection of children's health by removing potential risks associated with ingestible fluoride prescription drug products
Focus on using safer methods for dental health and hygiene
Cons
Critics argue that removing fluoride from water systems could hurt residents who rely on it for dental health