Written answers
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Department of Health
Water Quality
10:00 pm
Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent)
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Question 463: To ask the Minister for Health his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding the treatment of water; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21245/11]
Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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The Irish Expert Body on Fluorides and Health, which was established in 2004, monitors new and emerging issues on fluoride and its effects on health and related matters. The Expert Body advises that the balance of scientific evidence worldwide confirms that water fluoridation, at the optimal level, does not cause any ill effects and continues to be safe and effective in protecting the oral health of all age groups.
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