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(Hollywood, CA – November 16, 2012) Today, SELF Magazine announced its 12th annual ranking of the “Best Cities for Women” in America in the December issue, recognizing San Jose, CA as the “Healthiest Overall City” in 2012.  For the second consecutive year, SELF Editor-in-Chief Lucy Danziger will appear on the Emmy®-winning syndicated daytime series, THE DOCTORS, on November 20 (check local listings) to reveal the full results of the annual survey; the same day the December-issue feature arrives on newsstands nationwide.

To find America’s healthiest cities, SELF compiled 7,000 bits of data from sources such as the Centers for Disease Control and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), analyzing details such as access to medical care and athletic clubs, crime statistics, and the availability of healthy foods, among other factors. Cities that topped the list behind San Jose, CA include Burlington, VT which boasts the healthiest eaters; Santa Barbara, CA, which earns the title of fittest city; and the returning city of Honolulu, HI that made the list again for having the lowest combined rates of cancer, depression, asthma, and allergies.

THE DOCTORS countdown the full list of healthy cities and reveal one locale that doesn’t mind sparking controversy in the pursuit of health. Northern California’s San Rafael recently banned smoking in all multi-family homes due to the health risks associated with second-hand smoke. THE DOCTORSwelcomes residents from the town to debate the issue of health over the right to smoke in your own home. THE DOCTORSco-host and SELF editor, Lucy Danziger, also share top tips to eating healthy on a budget, how to beat depression like Santa Ana, CA residents, and how San Francisco’s progressive approach to health minimizes risks for its citizens.

“The “Best Cities for Women” survey is a prime example of the type of health information that viewers of THE DOCTORSrelish,” said Carla Pennington, executive producer of THE DOCTORS. “We’re thrilled to lend the incredible medical expertise of our co-hosts this year to build on the success of the annual review.”

“SELF shares a common goal withTHE DOCTORSin providing reliable health information to women and their families,” said Ms. Danziger. “We have partnered again to prove that it’s not an address that determines your health; it’s your attitude. Well-being can be maintained and improved no matter where you live.”

THE DOCTORS, from Stage 29 Productions LLC, and distributed by CBS Television Distribution, launched in 2008 with an esteemed group of professionals that includes ER physician Dr. Travis Stork; OB/GYN Dr. Lisa Masterson; cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Drew Ordon, and pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears.  The show has been heralded for providing viewers with entertaining and easily digestible information that is essential to overall health.

A promotional video for “Top Tips from America’s Healthiest Cities” can be found at TheDoctorsTV.com.

About SELF

Reaching 12 million readers and online users, SELF magazine informs and inspires women in areas of fitness and beauty, diet and health, style and happiness, to help them achieve their personal well-being goals, and become their vision of their best self. SELF is the founder of the Pink Ribbon for breast cancer awareness and an ASME National Magazine Award winner for excellence in journalistic achievement in print and online. SELF is published by Condé Nast, home to some of the world’s most celebrated media brands. For more information, visit www.Self.com and follow @SelfMagazine on Twitter and Facebook.

About THE DOCTORS

THE DOCTORS is an Emmy® Award-winning daily, nationally syndicated series airing in 200 markets. Featuring Dr. Travis Stork, M.D., Dr. Andrew P. Ordon, M.D., F.A.C.S., Dr. James M. Sears, M.D., and Dr. Lisa Masterson, M.D, THE DOCTORS offers viewers a reliable source of fascinating medical and health advice. Taped in front of an audience in Hollywood, THE DOCTORSis produced by Stage 29 Productions and distributed by CBS Television Distribution. Jay McGraw, Carla Pennington, Andrew Scher, and Dr. Phil McGraw are executive producers. CBS Television Distribution is the preeminent company in worldwide television syndication. For additional information on THE DOCTORS, now in its fifth season, please visit thedoctorstv.com.

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