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When people are on kidney dialysis for kidney problems, might they get too much fluoride from their tap water?
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No: The amount of Fluoride in the tap water supply where you live in the bronx will have no impact on kidney health or kidney dialysis.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Safe: The research and experience for many years, have shown that fluoridation at optimal levels does not harm people or the environment. Good luck!
Answered 4/1/2015
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