No Quick Fast-Food Fixes (from the Los Angeles Times)
By Gilbert Ross, M.D.
Type : Letter
Publish Date : Monday, July 28, 2008
By Dr. Gilbert Ross.  Banning so-called fast-food restaurants from specific zones will not ameliorate the problem of obesity...  Read Full >>

Dr. Tom's New Folly (from the New York Post)
No-Strings Green Giveaway
By Jeff Stier, Esq.
Type : Editorial
Publish Date : Monday, July 21, 2008
By Jeff Stier. City Health Commissioner Thomas Frieden apparently didn't notice the scandalous revelations about City Council "member items" earlier this year -- at least, it hasn't stopped him from jumping feet first into his own no-accountability giveaway...  Read Full >>

Enjoy Summer Fun Safely: Health Group Offers Tips
"[B]ee stings, suburn, boating accidents and an increased risk of food poisoning can all subtract from the fun."
Type : Press Release
Publish Date : Wednesday, May 21, 2008
New York, New York -- May 22, 2008. Summer brings warm sunny days and opportunities galore for outdoor activities. But bee stings, sunburn, boating accidents and an increased risk of food poisoning can all subtract from the fun...  Read Full >>

Health and Safety Tips for Your Summer Vacation (2008)
By Ruth Kava, Ph.D., R.D.
Type : Booklet
Publish Date : Monday, May 19, 2008
Whether you are traveling around the world or relaxing at home, a safe, healthy vacation will add to your enjoyment. Here are some health and safety tips to keep in mind when planning your summer vacation.  Read Full >>

Doc Frieden's Fried Voodoo (from the New York Post)
By Elizabeth M. Whelan, Sc.D., M.P.H.
Type : Editorial
Publish Date : Wednesday, January 23, 2008
By Dr. Elizabeth Whelan.  The city Health Department yesterday passed new regulations forcing some restaurants to post calorie content for all the food on the menu board...  Read Full >>