A resolution calling for a ban on 'all commercial food advertising aimed at under-12s' has been passed by the British Medical Association. Dr Peter Tiplady, chairman of the BMA's Public Health Committee, said the measure was essential to protect children's health. He said, 'Children are being bombarded with adverts for products that are extremely bad for their health.' Details are available on the BMAwebsite at www.bma.org.uk.
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