Judge Edward Chen Orders EPA to Strengthen Fluoride Regulations in Drinking Water

Sep 25, 2024, 08:12 PM

A federal judge in California, Edward Chen, has ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a lawsuit concerning the fluoridation of drinking water. The judge concluded that the current levels of fluoride in U.S. drinking water pose an 'unreasonable risk' to children's intellectual development, citing 'substantial and scientifically credible evidence.' The ruling mandates that the EPA strengthen its regulations on fluoride to mitigate these risks. This decision comes after years of legal battles initiated by advocacy groups, including the Fluoride Action Network, who argued that water fluoridation poses significant health risks, particularly to the developing brains of children.