BMI
Researchers Propose New Method To Measure, Diagnose Obesity
After decades of physicians relying primarily on body-mass index to diagnose obesity, researchers are advocating for a more nuanced measurement.
18 to 34
U.S. Surgeon General’s New Advisory Links Alcohol To Increased Cancer Risk
The U.S. Surgeon General has released a new advisory warning of alcohol-related cancer risk.
America
U.S. Obesity Rate Declines In 2023 Amid Rising Use Of Weight Loss Products
The U.S. obesity rate declined for the first time in a decade last year, coinciding with the rise of weight loss drugs such as Ozempic, a new study has found.
antidepressants
The Significance Of The Trump-RFK Healthcare Revolution
By Rick Amato November 14, 2024 (Views expressed by guest commentators may not reflect the views of OAN or its affiliates.)
Abril Elfi
Bernie Sanders Demands Novo Nordisk CEO Lower Weight Loss Drug Prices For Americans
During a Senate committee hearing on Tuesday, lawmakers questioned the manufacturer of popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, citing what Senator Bernie Sanders called “outrageously high” drug prices.
America
RFK Jr. Announces He Will ‘Actively’ Campaign In Unison With Trump
Former 2024 Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be “actively” campaigning with GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump, following Kennedy’s announcement of dropping out and endorsing the former president.
baby foods
Research: 60% Of Baby Foods At Supermarkets Are Unhealthy
Almost two-thirds of baby foods in supermarkets in the United States are unhealthy, according to new research.
discrimination
Colorado To Ban ‘Fatphobia’ Discrimination In Workplace, Housing As Obesity Rates Rise
Colorado lawmakers are considering passing legislation that would ban state employers and landlords from calling another person “fat.”
Addiction control
Weight loss drugs transforming healthcare, may help with addiction
A new class of weight loss drugs is transforming the U.S. healthcare system in ways that could extend to equally hard-to-treat areas.
alejandro booher
United States Navy struggles to acquire recruits
The United States Navy struggles to recruit new military personnel as obesity rates increase at an unprecedented level. Alejandro Booher.