04/09/2026
Israel's Ministry of Health ended mandatory water fluoridation in 2014, citing concerns over health and ethics, and the practice remains suspended. But yet there's no issue selling it for other countries to use in their water supply...π
Effective as of April 2026, WSSC Water is reducing fluoride levels in its drinking water due to supply chain disruptions caused by conflicts in the Middle East, specifically affecting a major supplier in Israel. WSSC serves 1.9 million customers in Montgomery and Prince George's counties, lowering levels from 0.7 to 0.4 mg/L.
The District of Columbia receives its water from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Washington Aqueduct. While the other sources specifically mentions WSSC (Maryland suburbs surrounding WashingtonDC), the disruption highlights a broader regional supplier challenge.
Fluoride is not mandated by federal regulation but is added to strengthen teeth.The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends an optimal fluoride concentration of 0.7 mg/L to maximize dental benefits while minimizing potential risks like dental fluorosis.