Florida Bans Fluoride in Water: A Public Health Debate Ignites

Florida joins Utah in banning fluoride from public water systems. The decision, effective July 1st, follows advocacy from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. who claims fluoride poses health risks. Governor Ron DeSantis signed the bill into law on Thursday. The move has sparked debate, with supporters citing concerns about potential health issues and opponents highlighting the benefits of fluoride in preventing tooth decay. "This is about giving Floridians the right to choose," said DeSantis. The long-standing practice of adding fluoride to water, once considered a major public health achievement, is now facing renewed scrutiny.