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Bloomberg’s Soda Ban Fizzles, Judge Rules in Favor of More Big Gulps

Jill Ettinger — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:45:46 +0000

A New York State Supreme Court judge invalidated New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's recent controversial ban on sodas and sweetened soft drinks yesterday.

Bloomberg’s New York City Soda Ban Approved

Jill Ettinger — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 08:43:47 +0000

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposed ban on the sale of large sodas and other sugary drinks passed the New York City Board of Health's approval process yesterday, making it the first city in the nation to enact such a ban.

Cancer Group Wants Surgeon General Warning That Sodas Cause Cancer

Jill Ettinger — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 07:00:00 +0000

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network has sent a letter to the Surgeon General urging the USDA to investigate the connection between sugar-sweetened beverages such as sodas and America's growing rates of cancer.

Hey New York, No Super Size for You! Bloomberg to Ban Large Soft Drinks

Jill Ettinger — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 07:00:40 +0000

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has not been shy about his concern for the citizens of his city facing serious health risks due to obesity. The New York Times reported earlier this week that the mayor's proposed soda ban would apply to large sodas, soft drinks and other sugary drinks sold at restaurants, movie theaters and street carts.