There could be a new definition for obesity. A doctor explains why this matters
A commission proposed a new definition of obesity focused on how excess fat affects the body, rather than assessing body mass ...
Females have a 31% higher associated risk of developing long COVID, study shows
Females have a 31% higher associated risk of developing long COVID, with women aged 40 to 55 years having the highest ...
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Study: GLP-1s ‘hold promise’ for treating a wide range of diseases and health outcomes
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist use corresponded with risk reductions for dozens of diseases and adverse health ...
Rethinking obesity: a new approach to diagnosis and treatment
Over 75 medical organisations worldwide have endorsed the new definitions, reflecting a growing consensus for reform.
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Obesity is not solely defined by BMI, study shows
BMI, a widely used measure, has long been criticized for being too simplistic. It calculates obesity based only on height and ...
Scientists Suggest New Way to Help Measure Obesity Instead of Just Using Traditional BMI Metric
A new report noted that body mass index does not provide a nuanced enough assessment of health as it relates to weight ...
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Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts
New recommendations on how to define obesity would reduce the emphasis on body mass index and take into account health ...