Charlie Rose Science Series Explores the Growing Obesity Epidemic

Charlie Rose Science Series Explores the Growing Obesity Epidemic

Panel to Discuss Obesity, Its Consequences and Emergence as a Public Health Issue

NEW YORK, June 21 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: The upcoming episode of the Charlie Rose Science Series will focus
on obesity, its emergence as the "21st century epidemic," its
effects on the U.S. population, and efforts to educate, treat and
support adults and children with obesity issues. A diverse expert
panel will address this public health issue, scientific, social,
economic and cultural factors that influence a person's diet as
well as prevention measures.

WHO: Guests will include:
-- Marion Nestle, PhD, MPH, Paulette Goddard Professor of
Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, New York University
-- Rudy Leibel, MD, Deputy Director, New York Obesity Research
Center
-- David Ludwig, MD, PhD, Director of the Obesity Program at
Children's Hospital, Boston
-- Gina Kolata, Science Reporter, New York Times

WHEN: Begins Airing on Monday, June 25, 2007 on PBS stations. Check your
local PBS listings for show times.

DESCRIPTION:

The Charlie Rose Science Series sponsored by Pfizer Inc is an exploration of modern advances in scientific research, their contribution to our understanding of the world around us, and how science breakthroughs can be applied to improving human health.

Charlie Rose is joined in this effort by his co-host, Sir Paul Nurse, PhD, Nobel Laureate and President of Rockefeller University.

As a world leader in research and development, Pfizer is committed to increasing public understanding of science and science education. For more information about The Charlie Rose Science Series or to watch clips from past episodes, please visit http://www.charlierose.com/.

CONTACT: Rexy Legaspi (646) 213-7245

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Source: Pfizer Inc

CONTACT: Rexy Legaspi, +1-646-213-7245, for Pfizer Inc

Web site:

http://www.charlierose.com/

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