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News in English (USA) / 25.09.2024 / 22:00

Federal Court Ruling Calls for New EPA Action on Fluoride in Drinking Water

A federal court has ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a lawsuit concerning the safety of fluoride levels in drinking water. The ruling highlights concerns about the potential risks fluoride poses to children's IQ and mandates the EPA to reassess the impact of fluoride exposure. The judge emphasized that the current levels of fluoride in water may warrant immediate action to mitigate risks to public health, particularly for children. This historic decision may lead to a re-evaluation of fluoride's role in water supply and calls into question its widely accepted benefits. The court's ruling sparks a significant debate on whether it's time to rethink the use of fluoride in drinking water.
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