Fluoridation, or water fluoridation, is the action of raising naturally occurring levels of fluoride in water systems to aid in oral health of those who drink it.

Utah Legislature votes to ban water fluoridation, citing concerns over local control and fluoride’s effects. Bill awaits Governor’s signature.

Utah is on track to become the first state to ban fluoride from its water supply. A bill that takes away local government’s choice to add fluoride passed the state legislature and now awaits Republican Gov.

Utah is gearing up to make history as the first state to ban fluoride in public water systems if Gov. Spencer Cox signs a bill to prohibit the addition of the tooth decay-fighting mineral. If signed into law,

Harmful or helpful? Both the benefits and the risks of fluoride injected into public drinking water systems was part of a legislative discussion.