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Florida's surgeon general, Joseph Ladapo, recommended Friday that local jurisdictions stop adding fluoride to drinking water. He is pictured here at a bill signing by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Nov. 18, 2021, in Brandon, Fla. The bill banned vaccine mandates for public sector employees and school districts. Chris O'Meara/AP hide caption

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Florida health official advises communities to stop adding fluoride to drinking water

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November 22, 2024 • Florida's surgeon general, Dr. Joseph Ladapo, cited developmental concerns from higher levels of fluoride than are found in most U.S. water supplies.

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Florida's response to measles outbreak troubles public health experts

A dose of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine. When an unvaccinated person is exposed to measles, public health guidance if for them to get vaccinated within three days. Joe Raedle/Getty Images hide caption

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Florida's response to measles outbreak troubles public health experts

February 28, 2024 • The state has at least 10 cases of the illness to date but the state's surgeon general has not called for vaccinations or quarantining of exposed kids. This goes against science-based measures.

Florida's response to measles outbreak troubles public health experts

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