Obesity & Overweight News Monitoring

Obesity won't be defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by experts

People with clinical obesity meet BMI and other markers of obesity and have evidence of organ, tissue or other problems caused by excess weight. That could include heart disease, high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease or chronic severe knee or hip …

Report: Obesity needs redefinition — BMI shouldn’t be used as measure of health

A global report says the current definition of obesity, based on body mass index (BMI), is inadequate for assessing individual health. Published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, the report involved 58 medical experts from various specialties and …

BMI 'must be scrapped' as millions are branded obese, say doctors and health experts

A report from global experts has claimed that there is a risk with too many individuals being diagnosed as obese, according to their body mass index (BMI), when "a more accurate" and "nuanced" definition is needed to help identify …

Obesity experts call for radical overhaul of diagnosis to tackle crisis

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. A growing crisis in obesity levels demands that diagnosis be radically overhauled to improve help for patients who have already …

Experts weigh in on ‘flawed’ BMI as global report says obesity needs new definition

Experts are proposing a new way to define obesity, calling for an overhaul on the controversial body mass index (BMI). Medics warn people are being “overdiagnosed” with obesity because the BMI score is not a “nuanced” enough measure of the condition. A new …

Amwell® adds Vida to its clinical programs portfolio expanding access to obesity and diabetes care

BOSTON and SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amwell® (NYSE: AMWL), a leader in digital care, today announced that Vida Health, a leader in virtual cardiometabolic care, is now part of the clinical programs portfolio on the Amwell platform. …

Childhood obesity could increase risk of future dementia, study finds

Childhood obesity may be putting people at risk of developing dementia in future, a worrying study has suggested. As the 2025 Obesity Week continues in the UK, promoting awareness and education around weight issues, research on the connections between body …

Gen Z, Gen Alpha teens risk dementia as adults through obesity, physical inactivity: study

Teenagers should be considering their dementia risk, academics say, after a new study suggested having an unhealthy childhood could affect the brain in later life. A child’s body mass index (BMI), blood pressure and physical activity levels have been …

'Overweight' or 'obese' BMIs may be completely wrong, scientists say

Could millions be able to stop dieting? ( Image: Getty Images) Millions of people are being “overdiagnosed” as overweight or obese as scientists say there are problems with the main BMI measure. Body mass index has long been used to categorise people but …

New report proposes redefining obesity by adding body fat and health status to BMI

New guidance from a team of health experts around the world proposes expanding the definition of obesity beyond the popular body mass index (BMI) measure. The new guidance comes from the Commission on Clinical Obesity, which is led by dozens of medical …

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Obesity is one of the world’s biggest health challenges, causing a mass of shorter, unhappier lives and a mounting burden on already overstretched healthcare systems. There is no doubt that more people than ever before are living with excess body fat, and …

Experts Argue It’s Time for Obesity to Be Defined Beyond BMI

Body mass index (BMI) is one of the most ubiquitous yet controversial metrics in medicine. A crude measure of weight relative to height, BMI is commonly used to diagnose obesity—even though many experts and professional groups agree it’s an imperfect tool …

New obesity definition shifts focus from BMI to individual health and well-being

It’s estimated more than one billion people in the world are living with obesity as defined by the current definition that relies solely on body mass index or BMI. Now health care experts say one-size-does-not-fit-all. It’s been used for more than 100 …

Doctors told to stop using only BMI to measure obesity due to overdiagnosis

Doctors must stop relying on body mass index alone to decide whether people are obese, according to new guidelines. Experts said the formula led to “overdiagnosis” because it did not factor in body fat levels, so millions of people with big bones or strong …

Call to overhaul obesity diagnoses amid fears of over-reliance on BMI

Doctors are proposing a “radical overhaul” of how obesity is diagnosed worldwide amid concerns that a reliance on body mass index may be causing millions of people to be misdiagnosed. More than 1 billion people are thought to be living with the condition …

Revised Obesity Definition for Indians

New Delhi, 15th January 2025: A landmark analysis conducted by National Diabetes Obesity and Cholesterol Foundation (N-DOC), Fortis C-DOC Hospital for Diabetes and Allied Sciences, and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has redefined obesity …

Experts call for new approach to obesity diagnosis

Leading medical experts have warned that current obesity diagnostic methods may be leading to overdiagnosis, calling for a more nuanced approach that considers overall health rather than just body mass index (BMI). The report, published in The Lancet …

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

An international committee of scientists has proposed a change to the way obesity is defined and diagnosed. The goal is to offer a more nuanced and objective way to assess body composition, by adding more metrics, such as waist circumference, to the …

UK obesity: Researchers urge overhaul of obesity diagnosis

Oral Hygiene Devices Market Poised to Growth USD 56 Billion by 2032 with Thriving CAGR of 3.32% | Rising Demands

The dental diseases, such as cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer, is a major driver of the growth of the Global Oral Hygiene Devices Market Industry. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 𝚆𝙶𝚁 released the report …

Creative Diagnostics Introduces Innovative Antibodies for BNP, NT-proBNP, and proBNP in Cardiovascular Diagnostics

Creative Diagnostics announced the launch of its new range of BNP and NT-proBNP antibodies for raw material and research applications. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Creative Diagnostics, a leading …

CD Bioparticles Launches Silica Spin Column for Nucleic Acid Extraction

CD Bioparticles announces its comprehensive line of Silica Spin Columns for efficient and reliable isolation of DNA & RNA. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With years of experience in the pharmaceutical and …

CD Bioparticles Introduces Comprehensive Solutions for Exosome DNA & RNA Isolation

CD Bioparticles announces its comprehensive portfolio of products for the isolation and extraction of Exosome DNA & RNA. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CD Bioparticles, a leading manufacturer and supplier …

STEMart Announces Comprehensive Materials Testing Solutions for Improved Product Performance

STEMart announced its comprehensive suite of materials testing solutions that cater to a wide range of industries and applications. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STEMart, a US-based provider of comprehensive …

Medical Gloves Market Expected to Achieve a Strong 7.3% CAGR, to Reach USD 22.3 Billion by 2032

The healthcare landscape in 2025 is poised for a transformative shift, driven by innovation and collaboration. US, AL, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Market Research Future Latest Industry Insights on Medical Gloves Market …

Autism Disorder and Treatment Market Set to Grow at an Impressive CAGR of 7.20% Through 2032 | USD 12.21 Billion

Autism Disorder and Treatment Market Insights: Increasing prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) boosts therapeutic demand US, VA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Market Research Future Latest Industry Insights on “ …

Preclinical CRO Market Anticipated to Reach USD 20.06 Billion, at a Notable 7.50% CAGR by 2032

Preclinical CRO Market Insights: Expanding due to pharmaceutical R&D outsourcing trends US, CA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Market Research Future Latest Industry Insights on Preclinical CRO Market Research By …

Wearable Medical Device Market Expected to Hit USD 87.25 Billion by 2032 with a Remarkable 10.80% CAGR

Wearable Medical Device Market Insights: Strong growth supported by demand for continuous health monitoring and fitness tracking. US, AL, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Market Research Future Latest Industry Insights on “ …

National Mental Health Alliance Day- Honolulu, Hawaii

HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Honolulu Hawaii at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

Proactive MD Continues Rapid Expansion in Diagnostic Services

Healthcare innovator continues integrated growth strategy with acquisition of laboratories in New Jersey and Colorado GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Proactive MD®, a national leader in value-based care, …

Voices of Note Presents an Unforgettable Spring 2025 Concert Season

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Voices of Note, the parent organization of the Atlanta Women’s Chorus (AWC) and the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus (AGMC), proudly announces its highly anticipated Spring 2025 concert …

Positively Beautiful Wellness & Aesthetics Proudly Introduces The Nordlys® Light & Bright™ Treatment To Their Practice

Positively Beautiful Wellness & Aesthetics is excited to announce the addition of the Nordlys® system, a state-of-the-art laser system, to their practice. PLEASANT GROVE, UT, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Positively …

Hypothalamic Obesity Market Growth to Accelerate in Forecast Period (2024-2034), DelveInsight Analyzes

DelveInsight’s Hypothalamic Obesity Market report offers an in-depth understanding of the epidemiology and market trends in the 7MM. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DelveInsight’s “Hypothalamic Obesity Market …

Hyperkalemia Market to Reach New Heights in Growth by 2034, DelveInsight Predicts

DelveInsight’s Hyperkalemia Market report offers an in-depth understanding of the epidemiology and market trends in the 7MM. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DelveInsight’s “Hyperkalemia Market Insights, …

Celebrate John Wayne Cancer Foundation’s 40th Anniversary by Participating in the 2025 John Wayne Grit Series Trail Runs

2025 is the John Wayne Cancer Foundation’s 40th Anniversary and the foundation is asking everyone to participate in the John Wayne Grit Series. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 2025 is the John Wayne Cancer …

YOUU Health Uses Network Effects Model To Integrate Clinical Healthcare With Community Services

Platform Uses Network Effects Model to Scale Population Health by Combining Clinical Healthcare With Community Care Services Operated as Integrated Care Units DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YOUU Health, a …

InteliGems Labs Unveils AgenFrame and Agentic XAI: Industry’s First Explainable GenAI for Compliance

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- InteliGems® Labs, a pioneer in private, domain-specific AI, announces the launch of AgenFrame™ and Agentic XAI™, the industry’s first explainable GenAI multi-agent system …

Logipharma Annonce Les Evénements Marquants Du Programme Bien Rempli De Son 25e Anniversaire

Le programme de la 25e édition du salon LogiPharma est désormais disponible. LYON, FOREIGN, UNITED KINGDOM, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Le programme de la 25e édition du salon LogiPharma est désormais disponible. Découvrez la liste …

Healthcare Art Consulting & Quality Art House (HAC & QAH) Aim to Improve Workflow with Wayfinding Signage

Healthcare Art Consulting & Quality Art House (HAC & QAH) Aim to Improve Workflow with Wayfinding Signage DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of their ongoing Workplace Improvement Initiative, …