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Mississippi Is Fattest State in U.S.
Tue, August 19, 2008 - 9:24 am
When it comes to obesity rates, the Deep South leads the country. Mississippi is number one and Alabama's not too far behind.
Scale Back Alabama
Fri, January 04, 2008 - 3:01 am
If losing weight is your New Year's Resolution, you could join a statewide effort and win money at the same time.
Too Much, Too Little Sleep Leads To Obesity
Thu, May 08, 2008 - 3:27 pm
A new government study finds people who sleep fewer than six hours a night - or more than nine - are more likely to be obese.
Interesting Proposal
Fri, January 04, 2008 - 3:10 am
Alabama's House Majority Leader shaves head to motivate himself and school children to shave off some pounds.
Rock-A-Bye Baby
Tue, April 08, 2008 - 1:21 am
New study suggest less sleep for babies and toddlers could mean more pounds.
Can You Be Fat But Fit?
Tue, April 29, 2008 - 1:27 pm
39,000 women were tracked in a recent study and the results show that "active" overweight people may be able to cut risks, but not totally eliminate them.
U.S. Kids Prescribed Drugs at High Rates
Mon, May 05, 2008 - 6:20 am
A new medical study suggests U.S. children are taking anti-psychotic medicines at an increasing rate.
Man Sheds 80 Pounds Eating McDonald’s
Fri, June 20, 2008 - 9:16 am
A Virginia man lost about 80 pounds in six months by eating nearly every meal at McDonald's.
Annual Flu Shots Recommended For All Kids
Wed, February 27, 2008 - 10:02 am
A federal advisory panel says annual flu vaccinations should be given to all children ages 6 months through 18 years.
Mobile On Least Friendly City List
Mon, May 19, 2008 - 5:05 am
Mobile is on the top ten list of the least heart friendly cities for women.
Toxic Trailers: Particleboard Is The Culprit
Wed, July 02, 2008 - 2:03 pm
CDC recommends different building materials be used for emergency housing.
Nice Guys DON’T Finish Last?
Thu, March 20, 2008 - 1:18 am
Harvard researchers say old adage may be wrong.
What A Nightmare: Americans Get Too Little Sleep
Fri, February 29, 2008 - 10:21 am
Americans are getting less and less sleep and that can be a nightmare for your mental and physical health. The CDC calls sleep loss an under-recognized public health problem.
Study: Restaurant Kids’ Meals Loaded With Calories
Mon, August 04, 2008 - 9:00 am
A new report tells parents they won't be finding many healthy choices for their kids at the nation's top restaurant chains.
Diabetic Birth Defects
Wed, July 30, 2008 - 5:00 am
New government study claims more birth defects tied to diabetic women.