Queensland Review Supports Fluoridation

According to the Queensland Health System Review (Forster Review):

"Queenslanders have the lowest standard of oral health in Australia. Public oral health services are unable to meet demand, particularly adult services where treatment is directed to health care card holders and for emergencies. School dental services should be continued whilst service models for adults should be reviewed including informed public debate about the benefits of water fluoridation, targeting eligibility criteria, increasing involvement of private oral health practitioners through flexible local arrangements and developing alternative workforce roles."

This independent review of Queensland Health’s administrative, workforce and performance management systems was announced by the Queensland Government on 26 April 2005. The Forster Review was established in the context of public disquiet about the quality and safety of public hospital services, particularly arising from the circumstances surrounding the appointment and practice of Dr Jayant Patel at Bundaberg Hospital.

An Executive Summary, and a full copy of the final report, is available here.