Tuesday, June 7, 2016

The debate over sugary drinks warning labels in Baltimore is about to begin

In her career, Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen has seen 8-year-old children weighing over 200 pounds and 18-year-olds who have to deal with heart problems before they even reach their 20s. And diabetes has become more prevalent than it has ever been before. With one out of every three children in Baltimore being overweight or obese, Wen said, she wants to put one culprit that contributes to the problem out in the public for all to see. On Tuesday, the City Council’s Health Committee…



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