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FDA to Ban Prescription Fluoride Supplements Amidst Rising Demand
The FDA plans to ban prescription fluoride supplements by late October, despite rising demand due to state-level bans on community water fluoridation, sparking concerns about oral health equity.
FDA to Ban Prescription Fluoride Supplements Amidst Rising Demand
The FDA plans to ban prescription fluoride supplements by late October, despite rising demand due to state-level bans on community water fluoridation, sparking concerns about oral health equity.
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32% Bias Score
Removing Fluoride from US Water: 25 Million More Decayed Teeth, $9.8 Billion Cost Projected
A new study estimates that removing fluoride from US public water would cause 25.4 million additional decayed teeth in children within five years, costing $9.8 billion in healthcare; these numbers would more than double within 10 years, disproportionately impacting low-income families.
Removing Fluoride from US Water: 25 Million More Decayed Teeth, $9.8 Billion Cost Projected
A new study estimates that removing fluoride from US public water would cause 25.4 million additional decayed teeth in children within five years, costing $9.8 billion in healthcare; these numbers would more than double within 10 years, disproportionately impacting low-income families.
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52% Bias Score
FDA to Remove Prescription Fluoride Tablets and Drops
The FDA is initiating the removal of prescription fluoride tablets and drops from the market due to concerns over potential health risks, including microbiome alteration, following similar bans on water fluoridation in states like Utah and Florida; a safety review will be completed by October 31.
FDA to Remove Prescription Fluoride Tablets and Drops
The FDA is initiating the removal of prescription fluoride tablets and drops from the market due to concerns over potential health risks, including microbiome alteration, following similar bans on water fluoridation in states like Utah and Florida; a safety review will be completed by October 31.
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56% Bias Score
FDA to Remove Prescription Fluoride Supplements for Children
The FDA announced it will remove prescription fluoride supplements for children from the market by October 31, citing potential health risks, despite dentists' opposing views; this follows actions by some states banning water fluoridation.
FDA to Remove Prescription Fluoride Supplements for Children
The FDA announced it will remove prescription fluoride supplements for children from the market by October 31, citing potential health risks, despite dentists' opposing views; this follows actions by some states banning water fluoridation.
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44% Bias Score
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Drinking Water
Florida's legislature passed a bill banning fluoride from public drinking water; if signed into law by Governor DeSantis, Florida would become the second state after Utah to implement such a ban, impacting millions of residents and potentially reversing decades of public health progress.
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Drinking Water
Florida's legislature passed a bill banning fluoride from public drinking water; if signed into law by Governor DeSantis, Florida would become the second state after Utah to implement such a ban, impacting millions of residents and potentially reversing decades of public health progress.
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52% Bias Score
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
Florida's legislature approved a bill banning fluoride and other additives in public drinking water, defying dental and public health experts who cite cavity prevention benefits; the bill awaits the governor's signature, following Utah's similar ban.
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
Florida's legislature approved a bill banning fluoride and other additives in public drinking water, defying dental and public health experts who cite cavity prevention benefits; the bill awaits the governor's signature, following Utah's similar ban.
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52% Bias Score
FDA Weighs Ban on Fluoride Supplements Amidst Conflicting Scientific Evidence
An FDA meeting on fluoride supplements revealed conflicting views on their impact on children's microbiomes and their role in preventing tooth decay; a final decision is pending, highlighting concerns about access to oral healthcare in underserved communities.
FDA Weighs Ban on Fluoride Supplements Amidst Conflicting Scientific Evidence
An FDA meeting on fluoride supplements revealed conflicting views on their impact on children's microbiomes and their role in preventing tooth decay; a final decision is pending, highlighting concerns about access to oral healthcare in underserved communities.
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36% Bias Score
FDA to Ban Prescription Children's Fluoride Supplements
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., will ban prescription fluoride supplements for children by October 31, citing microbiome concerns despite inconclusive research and opposition from major medical groups, potentially increasing childhood tooth decay.
FDA to Ban Prescription Children's Fluoride Supplements
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., will ban prescription fluoride supplements for children by October 31, citing microbiome concerns despite inconclusive research and opposition from major medical groups, potentially increasing childhood tooth decay.
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52% Bias Score
FDA to Review, Potentially Remove, Children's Ingestible Fluoride Products
The FDA announced it will review ingestible fluoride prescription drugs for kids, aiming for removal by October 31, citing concerns regarding gut microbiome alteration and potential links to other health issues; this follows HHS Secretary Kennedy's call to end community water fluoridation, despite d...
FDA to Review, Potentially Remove, Children's Ingestible Fluoride Products
The FDA announced it will review ingestible fluoride prescription drugs for kids, aiming for removal by October 31, citing concerns regarding gut microbiome alteration and potential links to other health issues; this follows HHS Secretary Kennedy's call to end community water fluoridation, despite d...
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60% Bias Score
Utah Bans Fluoride in Public Water, Raising Health Concerns
Utah's ban on fluoride in public drinking water, effective Wednesday, impacts 1.6 million residents, primarily in northern Utah, raising concerns about increased tooth decay among children and low-income individuals, reversing a long-standing public health measure.
Utah Bans Fluoride in Public Water, Raising Health Concerns
Utah's ban on fluoride in public drinking water, effective Wednesday, impacts 1.6 million residents, primarily in northern Utah, raising concerns about increased tooth decay among children and low-income individuals, reversing a long-standing public health measure.
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44% Bias Score
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
Florida's legislature passed a bill banning fluoride in public drinking water, following Utah's similar ban, despite concerns from dentists and public health advocates who cite the mineral's effectiveness in preventing cavities. The bill awaits Governor DeSantis's signature.
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
Florida's legislature passed a bill banning fluoride in public drinking water, following Utah's similar ban, despite concerns from dentists and public health advocates who cite the mineral's effectiveness in preventing cavities. The bill awaits Governor DeSantis's signature.
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56% Bias Score
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
Florida is poised to become the second US state to ban fluoride in public drinking water after Utah, following a push by US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and despite concerns from dentists and public health advocates who say it's a safe, effective way to prevent cavities.
Florida Poised to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
Florida is poised to become the second US state to ban fluoride in public drinking water after Utah, following a push by US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and despite concerns from dentists and public health advocates who say it's a safe, effective way to prevent cavities.
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48% Bias Score
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