Combating Obesity
Witnesses testified before the committee about the problem of obesity, its causes, implications for health, and related costs. They addresse… read more
Witnesses testified before the committee about the problem of obesity, its causes, implications for health, and related costs. They addressed the relation between federal policies and obesity in the U.S. Witnesses responded to questions from committee members. close
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