article_snippet.sent: Here we are spending a lot of effort and energy in educating people about the value of fluoridation, about the fact that there are no risks associated with ­vaccination, or very low risks, and that there is no connection between vaccination and autism, and it is countered by a celebrity who knows nothing from a specialist point of view,' Health Minister Jillian Skinner told The Sunday Telegraph. '
article_snippet.sent: I welcome the opportunity to ­discuss the value of fluoridation with Ms Skinner, but ask that Ms Skinner, or any other party, does not misrepresent my views, opinions or beliefs.'
article_snippet.sent: All evidence at this stage both reliable studies and research from universities, the World Health Organisation, and by the Australian Dental Association points to the fact that basically fluoridation is an important public health initiative - basically fluoridation does prevent tooth decay,' Australian Medical Association Victorian president Tony Bartone said. '
highlights_snippet.sent: Medical professionals say fluoride protects from tooth decay .
  
highlights_snippet.sent: Australian Dental Association supports water fluoridation .