Posted by Dr. Roy M. Speiser, V.P., CWR, Environmental on Oct 1st 2024
New Ruling: Federal Judge Calls for Enhanced Regulations on Fluoride Levels in Water
In a significant development that has reignited the debate over water safety and public health, a federal judge recently ordered the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to impose stricter regulations on fluoride levels in drinking water, citing alarming concerns about potential links to lowered IQ in children. The ruling comes amidst mounting scientific evidence suggesting that excessive exposure to fluoride during critical developmental periods can negatively impact children's intelligence—a notion that advocates for safer drinking water are urging policymakers to take seriously. To know more, read it here.