Regina Barrett, a retiree in Monroe, North Carolina, is unhappy with her tap water due to its appearance and the addition of fluoride. Union County recently voted to stop adding fluoride to the water supply, sparking debate among residents and officials. Supporters of banning fluoride argue for individual choice, citing the availability of dental products containing the mineral. Public health officials emphasize the benefits of water fluoridation, including cost savings in dental treatment. Nationwide, communities have been removing fluoride from water supplies, raising concerns among researchers. A federal case in California may influence future regulation of fluoride in drinking water.
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As Bans Spread, Fluoride in Drinking Water Divides Communities Across the US
