Obesity September 24 Obesity rates in US not growing for first time in a decade, but severe obesity on the rise: CDC The overall rate of obesity in the United States ticked downward between August 2021 and August 2023, breaking a streak of continued increase for over a decade.
HEALTHY LIVING September 24 Green tea for fueling weight loss? Experts reveal the skinny truth Recently, social media posts have been buzzing about green tea as a way to shed pounds without the medication and high costs. Experts discuss the beverage's weight-loss potential.
LIFESTYLE September 16 This country is banning daytime junk food commercials aimed at children A European country will be banning late-night junk food commercials before 9:00 p.m. each evening starting in October 2025 in an effort to curb childhood obesity.
HEALTH September 12 ‘Dual-action’ weight-loss pill helps people drop 13% of body weight in three months in early trials An experimental weight-loss pill helped people drop 13% of their body weight in a three-month period. The results from early clinical trials were presented by Novo Nordisk this week.
Obesity August 29 Obesity makes people more likely to catch COVID, study suggests: ‘Indisputable relationship’ Patients with obesity were found to have a 34% higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 compared to non-obese people, researchers found. Doctors discuss why a higher BMI makes people more susceptible.
HEALTH August 22 Ozempic push for seniors? Some doctors say more people age 65 and over should be on it Some doctors are recommending that more adults in these older age groups incorporate Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs as a means of improved health and longevity. Here's why.
HEALTH August 6 Ozempic patients may face dangerous risks during surgery, doctors warn Patients who are taking GLP-1 medications — including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others — could face complications during surgery, recent research has shown. Doctors shared cautionary advice.
Obesity July 30 Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s risk is higher for people with body fat in two specific areas Excess body fat in certain areas could make people more prone to neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, a new study suggests. Doctors revealed the link.
North Korea July 29 North Korean officials looking to import treatment for Kim's obesity-related health issues: Seoul North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un's bouts with high blood pressure and diabetes are leading officials to seek treatments from abroad, South Korean authorities reported Monday.
HEALTH July 28 Diabetes patients now have access to first generic GLP-1 medication: ‘More accessible and affordable’ The first-ever generic GLP-1 medication — a duplicate version of Teva Pharmaceuticals' Victoza — was launched on June 25. Doctors explain the potential benefits for diabetes patients.