“So, we want to maximize the benefit for cavity prevention while minimizing dental fluorosis.” But over time, studies have documented potential problems. Too much fluoride has been associated ...

FILE - Women and children eat Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 in a Goma, eastern Congo school where they found shelter after their soldier husbands and fathers were sent to Rumangabo for mixing and ...

Too much fluoride in drinking water can contribute to dental and skeletal fluorosis. It is important to note that not all drinking water systems are fluoridated. Fluoride in water can come from ...

The only known adverse effect of fluoridation at this level is mild dental fluorosis, characterised by opaque white spots in the enamel. But, based on all the evidence, it was concluded in the ...

Copyright © AFP 2017-2025. Any commercial use of this content requires a subscription. Click here to find out more. A video circulating on Instagram claims sodium ...

Skeletal fluorosis is a serious condition which causes bone weakness and stiffness and pain in joints. Numerous studies have shown that fluoridated water can help prevent tooth decay and improve ...

A video circulating on Instagram claims sodium fluoride is the leading cause of cancer. The post pegs its evidence on similar unproven claims made by Nigerian televangelist Chris Oyakhilome during a ...

A law enforcement investigation at the Underhill Preserve in Jericho in Long Island has led to the discovery of skeletal remains, two senior law enforcement officials tell News 4. The discovery ...

“Over the past few decades, we have made remarkable strides in reducing global child malnutrition thanks to collective commitment and ongoing investment,” stated UNICEF Executive Director ...

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The remains were skeletal. Officials were able to determine that the remains were those of a 5-foot-5-inch woman between the ages of 20 and 50, but could not determine her identity. The deceased ...

TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Skeletal remains found earlier this month in Tuscaloosa County could belong to a missing man, according to the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. Marcus Skelton, 47, ...