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British health workers dealing with the rising epidemic of obesity have been warned that referring to overweight patients as obese can be construed as derogatory.
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A study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation (JCI) on Dec. 27, 2011 suggests there is a link between obesity and brain damage. The study was unable, however, to determine if obesity is caused by brain damage or is the cause of brain damage.
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Obese passengers who were charged for two seats on Air Canada flights, prior to a 2008 ruling that allowed those disabled by obesity to have two seats and just pay for one, may now sue Air Canada to recover the costs they incurred.
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An Australian obesity expert explained recently, "An obese person's body is programmed to regain any weight that is lost and authorities are wasting money on campaigns urging people to exercise and eat healthy food."
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Some ob-gyn doctors in Florida are refusing to accept overweight women as patients, and some say they have set weight cut-offs for new patients.
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Musician Jon Bon Jovi, at 48 years old, says he is a bit overweight, drinking too much and bored to tears. The lead singer of Bon Jovi has been performing with the band which bears his name since he was 21.
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People in OECD countries are becoming fatter by the day. One in two people is now overweight or obese in almost half of OECD countries. Rates are projected to increase further and in some countries two out of three people will be obese within ten years.
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A new survey by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute found that 70 percent of Ontario adults are either overweight or obese.
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An orangutan believed to be the fattest primate in Britain has been put on a diet and exercise program. At 100 kg (15 stone) Oshine weighs double her natural body weight.
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Michelle Fonville said her experience at Natural Nails on Covington Highway in DeKalb County turned from pleasant to painful in a matter of moments. “I was humiliated. I almost cried. Tears were forming in my eyes,” said Fonville.
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Almost half Brazil's population is now overweight or obese, according to a government study, a trend the health ministry describes as "worrying".
Being overweight in later life puts you at higher risk of brain decline, research suggests.
A US advertising campaign showing stark images of overweight teenagers is facing criticism by a senior public health official, the BBC learns.
 Overweight teens warned if they develop Type 2 diabetes, they'll have a very tough time keeping it under control, say doctors stressing prevention.
 Pregnant women who are overweight and obese can safely reduce their weight by eating a healthy diet to reduce the risks of complications for themselves and their baby.
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Obesity is a major health concern for OECD countries. Using a wide range of
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