Controversy bubbles over Coke deal with doctors' group
The American Academy of Family Physicians has sparked outcry and prompted some members to quit because of its six-figure deal with Coca-Cola Co. The arrangement calls for the doctors' group to provide educational materials about soft drinks on its Web site, although Academy CEO Dr. Douglas Henley noted Coca-Cola will have no control over editorial content.
USA TODAY | 11/04
This story published in ABA SmartBrief on 11/05/2009
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