In Matters Of Health

Extra Weight Could Mean Increased Risk of Dementia

You might not be in the mood for a good workout this morning or tomorrow, but burning off some calories now could lessen the risk of developing dementia such as Alzheimer's disease later -- by more than 70 percent, says a recent report in the journal Neurology .

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Obesity Stigma in Online News?

A new study suggests that images accompanying news stories about obesity may promote stigma, but there's reason for caution.  

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