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Most painful weight loss surgery ever?
Change of SubjectBy Jessica Reynolds A Beverly-Hills based cosmetic surgeon has developed a new weight loss tactic that sounds about one step removed from stapling one's mouth shut. According to the Huffington Post, Dr. Nikolas Chugay has designed a patch, meant to...... -
Most public elementary schools don't regulate access to junk food
Los Angeles TimesMore than three-quarters of the nation’s public elementary schools face no state or district limits on the sale of sugary drinks, candy or salty snacks, according to a survey. Children eat at least a third of their meals at school, and spend...Tags: Healthy Diet, Science and Technology, Medical Research, American Medical Association, Obesity
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After Soda Ban Fizzles, NYC Health Dept. Says Diabetes-Related Deaths at Record Levels
ReutersJun 10 (TheWrap.com) - New York City's health department released a report Monday showing that diabetes-related deaths in the five boroughs reached a record high of 5,695 in 2011. The findings come roughly three months after Mayor Michael Bloomberg's...Tags: Entertainment, New York City, Obesity, Diabetes, Michael Bloomberg
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'DA Live' focuses on weight loss surgery
This month’s “DA Live” will explore surgical procedures for weight loss. Dr. Kim Marley, chief of surgery and bariatric medical director for Windber Medical Center, will be featured on the June 20 edition of the online forum. “DA...
Tags: Medical Procedures and Tests, Weight Loss Surgery
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Belviq, the new miracle diet drug? Fat chance.
This post has been corrected, as indicated below.A new diet drug went on the market Tuesday. It’s expensive and has to be taken the rest of the patient’s life to continue to work. It comes with a long list of possible side effects, including common ones such as dizziness, fatigue and...Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Orlistat (drug), Pharmaceuticals, Meridia (drug), Weight Loss
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U.S. RESEARCH ROUNDUP: Google, Lennar, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan
ReutersJune 12 (Reuters) - Wall Street securities analysts revised their ratings and price targets on several U.S. companies, including Google, Lennar and Wells Fargo, on Wednesday. HIGHLIGHTS * Google Inc : Needham raises price target to $1000 from $900 *...Tags: Energy Resources, Portfolio Recovery Associates Incorporated, CME Group Inc., Micron Technology Incorporated, TD Ameritrade Holdings Corp.
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Blumenthal To Nickelodeon: No More Junk Food Ads
The Hartford CourantKids in America are getting fatter and four Democratic senators say that Nickelodeon can help curb the growing problem by cutting out ads for unhealthy foods that are sandwiched between its programs. Connecticut Sen. Richard Blumenthal and three...Tags: Richard Blumenthal, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Viacom Inc., Sleep Apnea
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READER SUBMITTED: Hospital Lecture On Sleep Apnea And Obesity Connection June 25, June 27
Greater New BritainThe Hospital of Central Connecticut's Center for Metabolic Health will present the lecture "Sleep Apnea & Obesity: What is the Connection?" on Tuesday, June 25 in Farmington and Thursday, June 27 in Southington. The events will be held 5:30 to 7:30 p.m....Tags: The Hospital of Central Connecticut, Southington, Diseases and Illnesses, Obesity, Hospitals and Clinics
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READER SUBMITTED: Weight Watchers Leader Wins Prestigious Award
Greater HartfordWeight Watchers Recognizes Leader of the Year Weight Watchers is pleased to announce that Abby Bridges of Avon has been awarded the Jean Nidetch Service Vision Leader of the Year Award. This recognition, named for the founder of Weight Watchers, is...Tags: Waterbury, Healthy Diet, Weight Loss, Weight Watchers International Incorporated, Human Interest
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Maryland pets fare well in lifespan study
Dogs and cats in Maryland lead deliciously average lives, according to a new study, pointing to responsible owners who take advantage of routine healthcare for their pets. According to the Banfield Pet Hospital State of Pet Health 2013 study, which...Tags: Medical Research, Dentistry and Dental Health
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Soda ban would target heavy youth, not poor: study
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A cap on soda size - such as the one New York City regulators are trying to pass - would have the biggest impact on overweight kids and young adults, a new study suggests. When limited to drinks sold in restaurants and event...Tags: Science and Technology, Michael Bloomberg, Diabetes, Crime, Law and Justice, Family
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Letters to the Editor: Medicaid, obesity 'war,' gay Scouts
Let's call on Florida House Speaker Will Weatherford to pause, exhale and channel former President Ronald Reagan. What would Ronald Reagan do about Medicaid expansion? I served in Congress during both of Reagan's terms. Yes, he cut many things, but he...Tags: Youth Organizations, Boy Scouts of America, Rick Scott, Government, National Government
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