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Consumer Watchdog Takes Cudgel for Plus-size Women

Choice, a consumer watchdog, took the cudgels for plus-size women on Thursday by asking retailers to widen the range of clothes available to large females. The group said because of limited choices, these kinds of women have to buy online or at chain stores.

Genes Identified for Common Childhood Obesity

An international collaborative study including researchers from The University of Western Australia has identified at least two new gene variants that increase the risk of common childhood obesity.

New Treatment Trial for Bipolar Disorder

Applying mild electrical currents to the brain has been shown to be an effective treatment for depression. But could the treatment also benefit people with bipolar disorder?
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From Flop to Fab: Best Celebrity Makeovers [PHOTOS]

It is non-negotiable for a Hollywood star to look at her best. Often criticized for their fashion choices and appearance, these stars prove that they can turn a flop into fab. From Jennifer Lawrence to Adele, watch how these stars transform over time.

Take a Vitamin D Supplement During Pregnancy

A study published in the March 2012 issue of Pediatrics, the journal of the American Association of Pediatrics, has shown again how important vitamin D3 supplementation is during pregnancy.

Report: Dementia Care Overhaul Will Require $500M

The sufferings of dementia patients in Australia have been compounded by inefficiency, indifference and inability of the existing health care system to deal with the rising cases of Alzheimer's Diseases in the country.

Earning Less than your Peers Can Make You Happy

Knowing that your colleagues and peers earn more than you can actually raise your satisfaction levels, but only if you are under 45, according to new research from the University of St Andrews.

Tackling the Issue of Obesity

Obesity has more than doubled in the last 30 years, according to the WHO, and next month leading researchers in the area the will discuss the progress in understanding and combatting the disease.

Pfizer Execs to Stand Trial for Cover-up of Drug Trial Results

Four former executives at Pfizer Inc., the world's largest drug company. -- Henry McKinnell, John LaMattina, Karen Katen, Joseph Feczko -- as well as Gail Cawkwell, Pfizer's current Vice President of Medical Affairs, will all face trial for allegedly concealing the unfavorable results of drug trials involving Celebrex and Bextra.

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