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Daily Report: Health and Welfare

Soda tax would boost health of Latinos, blacks, study says

November 4, 2012, 12:05 AM
A tax on soda would carry the greatest health benefits for black and Latino Californians, who face the highest risks of diabetes and heart disease, according to recent research findings. The study found that if a penny-per-ounce tax was applied to soda, cuts in consumption would result in an 8... + read more
Daily Report: Health and Welfare

Calif. doctor at center of fat-reduction device controversy

September 24, 2012, 12:05 AM
In a complaint filed with the Medical Board of California, a consumer advocacy group is claiming that a physician's use of a massage machine for weight loss is endangering patients. Public Citizen has alleged that Dr. Gail Altschuler, a California physician who runs a Novato weight loss... + read more
Daily Report: Health and Welfare

Even health chief struggles to meet physical activity goals

June 18, 2012, 12:05 AM
If breaking a sweat sometimes falls off your to-do list, take heart. California's top public health official is right there with you, trying – sometimes in vain – to squeeze in a bike ride or a yoga class.  Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the state Department of Public... + read more
Daily Report: Health and Welfare

Want to lose weight? Add chocolate to diet, study suggests

March 27, 2012, 12:05 AM
Looking to lose some weight? Get off the treadmill and grab a chocolate bar. According to a new study from scientists at UC San Diego, there is something about eating chocolate that leaves people thinner than those who don't eat it. The researchers found that thinness was linked... + read more
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