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Television Food Advertising to Children in Argentina
Childhood obesity rates in South America are steadily increasing.
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Integrated Intervention for Diabetes Risk After Gestational Diabetes in South Africa
Women who have had gestational diabetes mellitus, a temporary diabetes that develops during pregnancy, are at a high risk of getting type 2 diabetes sometime after their pregnancy.
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Trade-Related Challenges to Tobacco Control in Southeast Asia
Despite progress in implementing tobacco control policies, trade liberalization has significantly increased tobacco consumption among women and children in some Asian countries. It has also reduced advertising restrictions.
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Food Security, Adequate Care and Environment (Tanzania and Malawi)
Food insecurity remains a major concern in Africa. In Tanzania and Malawi, respectively, 38% and 46% of children below five years of age suffer from stunting.
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Sustainable Banana Production and Pesticides in Costa Rica
Producing bananas for export is an important economic activity in Costa Rica. Large multinational producers employ thousands of workers, who live near plantations, and smallholders grow banana as a cash crop.