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Montreal is phasing out water fluoridation for the West Island. What's the risk? | CBC News
CBC Montreal
10/17/2024
TL;DR
The city of Montreal has voted to stop adding fluoride to its drinking water in the West Island, a practice that has been in place for over 50 years. The decision was met with both support and opposition from residents, with some citing health concerns and others arguing that fluoride is beneficial for dental health. The change will affect about 340,000 residents in the West Island area.
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