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‘Buy one, get one free’ deals for unhealthy food banned in supermarkets
Posted onNick TriggleHealth correspondent AFP via Getty Images Price or multibuy promotions on unhealthy food and drink, such as “buy one, get one free” deals, are to be banned in England from Wednesday. The restrictions will apply to supermarkets, larger high street shops and online retailers. The measure has been under consideration for years but has…
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McLeod Health Welcomes These New Physicians
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