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The National Weight Stigma Awareness Week

September 20, 2012 March 24, 2017

The National Weight Stigma Awareness Week is finally here! BEDA’s goal is to bring awareness to a common and entrenched social injustice that often results in serious physical and mental health consequences for those affected. Take part in the week by participating in activities suggested in our “Call to Action”…

In ‘Obesity Paradox,’ Thinner May Mean Sicker

September 20, 2012 March 24, 2017

In ‘Obesity Paradox,’ Thinner May Mean Sicker By HARRIET BROWN Published: September 17, 2012 New York Times article <nyt_text> A few years ago, Mercedes Carnethon, a diabetes researcher at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, found herself pondering a conundrum. Obesity is the primary risk factor…