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Carlos R Quiñonez1, David Locker
1Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada. carlos.quinonez@utoronto.ca
Canadian adults largely support community water fluoridation (CWF). Public opinion indicates a need to address anti-fluoride sentiment and risks associated with fluoride avoidance.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Social Science
Background:
- Community water fluoridation (CWF) faces social resistance in Canada.
- Growing public and media attention raises concerns about CWF acceptability.
- Policy leaders question public opinion on CWF.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine Canadian public opinion on community water fluoridation.
- To assess public awareness, beliefs, and support for CWF.
Main Methods:
- National telephone survey of 1,005 Canadian adults in April 2008.
- Utilized random digit dialling and computer-assisted telephone interviews.
- Employed descriptive, bivariate, and multivariate logistic regression analyses.
Main Results:
- 50% of Canadian adults surveyed were aware of CWF; 80% understood its purpose.
- 60% believed CWF was safe and effective; 62% supported its addition to local water.
- Higher income, education, and dental visits correlated with support; children, public insurance, and fluoride avoidance correlated with opposition.
Conclusions:
- Canadian public opinion appears to still support community water fluoridation.
- Addressing anti-fluoride sentiment is crucial for CWF policy.
- Mitigating risks from fluoride avoidance is a key challenge for public health.
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