Fluoride Ban
Summary
Winter Haven city leaders voted to remove fluoride from the local tap water, meaning changes to your drinking water are on the way. If you like your water treated with cavity-preventing minerals, this is a major shift in what comes out of your faucet.
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Impact analysis
The city could see lower water treatment costs, but local families might end up paying more for dental care down the road.
Residents who prefer fewer chemicals in their drinking water get what they want.
Local kids and families relying on tap water for basic cavity prevention might see worse dental health over time.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Winter Haven bans fluoride in water supply
Winter Haven bans fluoride in water supply FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Winter Haven commissioners vote to remove fluoride from water, citing RFK Jr.
Winter Haven commissioners vote to remove fluoride from water, citing RFK Jr. WFLA
Taking a cue from RFK Jr., Winter Haven votes to stop adding fluoride to city water
Taking a cue from RFK Jr., Winter Haven votes to stop adding fluoride to city water Lakeland Ledger
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