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August 26, 2005
Fast Food Chains Cluster Near Chicago Schools
Researchers from Harvard's School of Public health overlaid maps of fast food chains and schools in Chicago. Surpise, the fast food chains wisely clustered around the schools, often within walking distance. Reporting so far hints at fast food chains targeting children, but the real responsiblity lies within the city planning office -- zoning around schools should not include fast food chains.
Fast Food Chains Cluster Near Schools