The City of Stuart in Martin County is the first city in the area to remove fluoride from drinking water, a decision that came on the heels of guidance by the state surgeon general who said there are health risks, especially to women and children.

On Tuesday, the city of Stuart temporarily paused adding fluoride to their water. Officials tell WPTV they want to make access to fluoride a choice.

RFK, Jr., and other potential and current government officials have spread shaky health claims about fluoridated water. Scientists explain the evidence behind its safety and benefits