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Bariatric surgery leads to decreased heart attacks and strokes

There's encouraging news for patients who have weight-loss surgery. More than 200,000 Americans each year undergo bariatric surgery. A new study finds the benefits include decreased risks of heart attacks and strokes. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
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