In this so-called democratic society each and every one of us is entitled to take responsibility for her/his own health. Adding fluoride to drinking water isn't just a matter of whether it's safe or poisonous. It's a dangerous road to go down mass medicating people.

If we allow fluoride in our water supply what concoctions will the powers-that-be add in future? Thus taking away our right to freedom of choice? If you look at mistakes scientists have made throughout history, you will see repeatedly: 'Today's experts are tomorrow's idiots”. I'm sure nothing's changed.

J Duncan, Papamoa.