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FTC takes action against false weight-lose claims

By Emily Miller
FTC takes action against false weight-lose claims

In an effort to better serve the U.S. population, the Federal Trade Commission recently announced that stronger guidelines will be put in place to help combat the use of deceptive and misleading weight-loss advertising claims.

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Suits against Blue Cross offers glimpse into reform problems

By Karen Caffarini
Suits against Blue Cross offers glimpse into reform problems

A small Michigan battle with the state’s dominant insurer and a major hospital is being watched by insurance companies, federal regulators and consumer advocates, who say it provides a glimpse into why it is so difficult to rein in insurance and healthcare costs.

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