Coalition of major health providers opposes bill to remove mandate for fluoridation of water
Staff report A coalition of major Kentucky health organizations have teamed up in opposition to a bill in the state…
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Stateline: Fluoride in public water has slashed tooth decay, but some states, like KY, may end mandates
By Robbie Sequeira Stateline Kentucky state Rep. Mark Hart has been drinking fluoridated water his entire life. In 1954, five…
Shelley Shearer: Trick or treat but set limits so you protect your teeth given all that candy around
This year, before your Baby Sharks, Stranger Things characters and Fionas are ready to rush out the door the second…
Older Americans need to put priority on oral care — poor dental habits affect your overall health
Special to NKyTribune Conscientious parents constantly remind children to brush and floss, and routinely schedule dental checkups to make sure…
Commentary: It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month; we have a long way to go on kids’ oral health
By Jane Koppelman Pew Charitable Trusts February is National Children’s Dental Health Month — a great time to remind ourselves…