Seán McEntee

Seán McEntee

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Seán McEntee was an influential Irish politician who served as the Minister for Health from 1961 to 1965. He is best known for introducing water fluoridation in Ireland in 1964, a decision aimed at reducing dental decay across the population and reflecting his commitment to public health initiatives.

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Sean McEntee is noted for having delivered more budgets in total than Paschal Donohoe.

This is what caution looks like. But will it wash with voters? – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-10-08
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Seán McEntee introduced public water fluoridation in Ireland at a level of 1 ppm in 1964.

Water fluoridation to prevent tooth decay remains an important public-health strategy – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-02-21
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