ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECT OF FLUORINE COMPOUNDS IN DRINKING WATER ON SELECTED HUMAN HEALTH INDICATORS
The analysis of data of scientific researchers about the influence of fluoride level in drinking water on human health is presented. The estimation of its natural content in water and soil is given. The physiological role of fluoride, its effect on human health has been studied. Attention is paid to the degree and character of endemic diseases of the population associated with fluoride. The characteristic of fluorosis and occupational fluoride poisoning is given; methods of its prevention are indicated.