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The Obesity Apocalypse: An invitation to blame fat people!

The Obesity Apocalypse: An invitation to blame fat people!

Professor Mike Weed gives his view on the head of NHS England’s warning on obesity-related cancer…

03 Jun, 201915 Jun, 2021 Health, Research
Obesity linked to Pancreatic cancer

Obesity linked to Pancreatic cancer

Dr Carol Trim, School of Human and Life Sciences, comments on recent news that discusses an obesity link to cancer

09 Sep, 201615 Jun, 2021 Life Sciences, Research
13 reasons why one academic signed Jamie Oliver’s petition for tax on sugary drinks

13 reasons why one academic signed Jamie Oliver’s petition for tax on sugary drinks

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has recently given evidence to the House of Commons Health Committee’s Inquiry into Childhood Obesity Strategy, arguing that a seven pence tax on sugary drinks could generate a billion pounds a year for the NHS.

18 Nov, 201508 Jul, 2021 Health, Politics, Research

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