WHO - Fluoride in Drinking-water [2006]
Description:
The document provides background information and guidance to governments and water and health sector officials both at national and local levels on prevention of the adverse effects of excessive fluoride in drinking-water. It provides information on (i) sources of exposure to fluoride; (ii) health effects; (iii) guidelines and standards; (iv) removal of excessive fluoride from drinking-water at both national and local levels; (v) measurement of fluoride in drinking-water; and (v) specific country data on fluoride levels in drinking-water and health effects. In addition, key references are given.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Information provided forms an authoritative basis for the setting of national regulations and standards for drinking-water in support of public health.
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