WHAT IS THE FLUORIDE PROGRAM AND HOW DO WE ACCESS IT?
Fluoride in drinking water is the best way to prevent tooth decay in children. People who use municipal water in the City of Stevens Point, Plover, and Whiting get adequate amounts of fluoride in their drinking water. If you have a private well or your children drink most of their water from a non-fluoridated water source, they may be eligible for free dietary fluoride supplements. Portage County children between the ages of 6 months to 16 years are eligible. 1. Have your water tested for fluoride. Water testing is available at the following locations: *UWSP, College of Natural Resources Room 200………………………………..715-346-3209 (Sample bottles available at the Ruth Gilfry building) * US Filter/Enviroscan, Rothschild……800-338-7226 * Marathon County Health Dept……….715-848-9060 * AG Source, Stratford………………….715-687-4165 * A limited number of free water tests are available from the receptionist at the Ruth Gilfry Building for clients with financial
