Childhood obesity rates rise 10-fold since the ’70s

A new report from the World Health Organization shows that obesity rates in children and adolescents are 10 times higher now than they were in the ’70s.

Just one small glass of wine per day increases breast cancer risk

A new report examines breast cancer risk factors and finds that the equivalent of a daily small glass of wine or beer increases the risk significantly.

Ban fast food deliveries to schools: Almost one quarter of young people order takeaways to their schools

A new report, ‘The Child’s Obesity Strategy’, is calling for a ban on fast food takeaway deliveries to schools and the introduction of new initiatives such as film-style classifications on…

CDC: 90% of Americans consume too much salt

A new report from the CDC shows nearly all Americans consume more salt than is recommended for a healthy diet, placing themselves at higher risk for heart disease and stroke.

Agricultural policy reforms may raise sugar intake, harm public health

In a new report published in The BMJ, experts warn recent changes to agricultural policy in Europe may lead to a rise in sugar consumption, posing harm for public health.

Obesity in the US highest in Midwestern and Southern states

A new report reveals that 23 of the 25 states with the highest rates of obesity in the US are located in the South and the Midwest.

CDC warn of edible marijuana dangers following death of 19-year-old student

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention examines the case of a student who fell to his death following the consumption of recreational edible marijuana.

Fish poisoning rates in Florida underestimated, study suggests

A new report has found that incidences of rare food-borne toxin are higher in Florida than previously estimated from public health reports.

UK advertising regulations are still failing to protect children online, say heart charity

The British Heart Foundation has criticised a new report for allowing advertisers to continue to target junk food marketing at children online.

Beverage companies still target kids with marketing for unhealthy, sugary drinks

Beverage companies spent $866 million to advertise unhealthy drinks in 2013, and children and teens remained key target audiences for that advertising, according to a new report released November…

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