Obesity & Overweight News Monitoring

New approach urged to curb obesity among adolescents

A multidisciplinary approach, beginning at the school level, is required to curb rising cases of obesity among Bahrain’s adolescents, with 17 per cent of them suffering from the condition, a medic has said. Internal medicine endocrinology, diabetes and …

Almost one in three adults living in Dudley are obese

The estimates have been published by the Office for Health Improvement & Disparities (OHID), using data from the Sport England Active Lives Adult Survey and suggest that 31 per cent of adults living in the borough in 2023/24 were obese. This is …

Is It a Sin to Be Obese?

Adobe Stock Faith and weight are both deeply personal—and often emotional—subjects. In a world filled with conflicting health advice and body image pressures, many Christians find themselves asking: What does God think about my health, my eating habits, …

Colonic Inflammation Explains Missing Link Between Obesity and Beta-Cell Proliferation

Researchers at the Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine have uncovered a key primary step in the hepatic ERK pathway that leads to increased insulin production. While their previous work focused on aspects of the signaling pathway from the liver …

Cycle of obesity similar to addiction

Editors note: This is the second column in a series on obesity and mental health: Perhaps in no other realm of human existence is the mind-body connection more evident than in the complex relationship between obesity, physical health and mental health. …

'I think fast food is the problem' - Walsall residents weigh in on 'shocking' stats showing town is among the most obese

Walsall residents have said that more must be done to combat obesity in the region following the release of national figures.  The figures placed Walsall among 44 local authorities in England where at least 33.3 per cent of adults were likely to be obese …

GHS raises concern about obesity, overweight among children

By Dennis Peprah Sunyani, May 9, GNA – The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has expressed worry about rising cases of overweight and obesity in children. Mr Joseph Owusu Asante, a nutritionist at the Nutrition Unit of the Bono Regional Health Directorate …

Giving obese people Ozempic ‘will boost economy and cut sick days’

Giving obese people free weight-loss jabs on the NHS could boost the economy by £5 billion a year, research suggests. Drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy were found to significantly increase productivity in the workforce, in part because those taking them …

Having children later and being overweight ‘increases risk of breast cancer’

Women who put on weight and have a baby later in life may be significantly more likely to develop breast cancer, UK research suggests. Experts discovered that a big weight gain after the age of 20, plus having a first child after 30 or not having children …

BMI during pregnancy linked to child's risk of overweight or obesity

Funder: Research relating to this abstract was funded by National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia. From: Europen Congress on Obesity (ECO) The greater a woman’s BMI in early pregnancy, the more likely her child is to develop overweight or …

Does Mango Lead To Diabetes And Obesity? Kareena Kapoor’s Nutritionist Answers

Last Updated:May 09, 2025, 16:40 IST Famus nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar says there is no scientific evidence linking fresh mango consumption to diabetes or weight gain Mangoes are naturally sweet, delicious, and full of nutrients. (News18 Hindi)In summer, …

GenBio is Researching the Obesity Epidemic Affecting Over One Billion People Worldwide

ALISO VIEJO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The increase in the prevalence of obesity over the last fifty years has been described as a pandemic that increases the risk of many diseases, including cardiovascular disease, …

Obesity, injuries, and job strain drive knee osteoarthritis

Australia: A major global study led by the University of Sydney has identified obesity, knee injuries, and occupational hazards such as shift work and heavy lifting, as the leading causes of knee osteoarthritis, a debilitating condition that affects over …

How obesity shapes a dog’s health at the cellular level

The bond between a dog and its owner can be so strong that a loving owner might do things that aren’t healthy for their dog out of a desire to please their pup. For instance: A common way we get overweight dogs is from overfeeding them, whether through …

Ayurvedic remedies for Obesity: A natural and holistic approach

Obesity has become a common concern in today’s fast-paced world. While modern medicine provides quick fixes, Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of life, offers a deeper, long-lasting solution. In Ayurvedic terms, obesity is known as Sthaulya, and it is …

FDA proposes front-of-pack labelling to tackle US obesity crisis

Attempting to tackle an obesity crisis in the US, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed front-of-pack labelling for packaged foods detailing saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars. Published last month, the proposal suggests that the …

Deleting "Mitch" Protein From Cells Could Make Humans "Immune" To Obesity

Losing weight is, for most of us, both painful and difficult to the point of impossibility. It’s either an exercise in self-denial, counting calories or hours until your regimen says you can eat again, or else it’s a laundry-list of side effects from some …

Childhood Obesity Triples Odds Of Weight Discrimination

Key Takeaways Childhood obesity increases a person’s risk of weight discrimination People were 2.8 times more likely to experience weight stigma if they had severe obesity before age 18 Researchers recommend screening for weight stigma among people being …

Childhood Obesity Triples Odds Of Weight Discrimination

RPM Healthcare Applauds New York’s Medicaid Reimbursement for Remote Patient Monitoring

ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RPM Healthcare proudly supports New York State Medicaid’s decision to reimburse Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services under CPT code 99457, marking a significant advancement …

RPM Healthcare Study on Stage 2 Hypertension Published in The American Journal of Managed Care

ST. PETERSBURG, FL, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RPM Healthcare is proud to announce the publication of its peer-reviewed study, “Effect of Remote Patient Monitoring on Stage 2 Hypertension,” in The American Journal of …

Nurses Denounce Trump Health Policies to Celebrate Nurses Week

Nursing advocates release statement and video calling for global resistance to Trump Administration’s attacks on public health BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hundreds of nurses have signed a statement opposing …

Less Cancer Calls on Congress to Exercise Compassion as DOGE Cuts Cancer Research and Prevention Initiatives

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Less Cancer, a 501(c)3 charity working to educate the public and create proactive public policies regarding cancer and cancer prevention, is calling on Congress and the public to …

4 Best Supplements for Muscle Growth in 2025 - Legal Steroid Alternatives & Bodybuilding Supplements for Bulking and ...

Glasgow, May 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The best legal supplements for muscle growth is presented by Wolfson Brands Building serious muscle isn’t just about hitting the gym hard, it’s about giving your body the right supplements to gain muscle size, …

A groundbreaking discovery of a common master switch to cure Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other brain-related diseases

A breakthrough that could save millions of lives NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 21st edition of Sustainability Through Science and Technology Summit 2025 (SIPS 2025), dedicated to Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, Nobel …

Ketamine Lead Gen Now Serves Wellness Clinics in 40+ States - Leading Growth in Mental Health & Wellness Marketing

With 10+ years in mental health marketing, Ketamine Lead Gen sets the standard for patient growth in Ketamine, TMS, MeRT, Peptides, HRT, NAD+, and weight loss. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ketamine Lead Gen, a …

Tivar® H.O.T. UHMW Enhances Food Processing Equipment Performance in High-Heat Applications

Tivar® H.O.T. UHMW from Interstate Advanced Materials is engineered to enhance food processing equipment performance in high-heat environments. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Food processing and packaging …

A groundbreaking discovery of a common master switch to cure Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other brain-related diseases

A breakthrough that could save millions of lives LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 21st edition of Sustainability Through Science and Technology Summit 2025 (SIPS 2025), dedicated to Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, …

Stronger than the Storm and NEW DAY to Host Psychological First Aid Training at 2025 Governor's Hurricane Conference

Participants to Learn How to Respond During Crises, Disasters, and Traumatic Events; Hurricane Conference Takes Place May 11-16, 2025, in West Palm Beach, FL WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stronger than …

Wise Law Offices and Keely Wise Lead Chicago’s Fight Against Breast Cancer with Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Wise Law and Keely Wise Lead Chicago’s Fight Against Breast Cancer. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wise Law Offices, a group of award-winning trial lawyers serving Chicago since 2002, proudly announces their …

Adit Expands Into Chiropractic Care, Bringing Experience From 3,500+ Practices

Adit, a leading all-in-one platform healthcare is now proud to announce its official expansion in Chiro. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chiropractors now have access to the powerful digital tools that have helped …

Amerigo Scientific Announces Cell Proliferation and Viability Assay Kits to Unlock Precision in Cell Research

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today’s fast-moving world of cell biology, there is a need for reliable and reproducible analysis of cell proliferation and viability to progress research in drug discovery, cancer …

The Springs of Ballentine Celebrates Grand Opening with Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce

The residents of Wake County have a new Senior Living community for their residents FUQUAY-VARINA, NC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Springs of Ballentine officially celebrated its grand opening on May 8th with an …

American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) Publishes Inaugural Issue of New Imaging Journal, Roentgen Ray Review (R3)

Publication of ARRS' new peer-reviewed radiology journal, Roentgen Ray Review, coincides with 125th anniversary of North America’s first radiological society LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American …

RHRC Receives Legislative Funding to Advance Rural Health Sustainability and Payment Reform

Legislative funding empowers RHRC to advance sustainable rural health models and payment reforms, improving access and care quality in underserved communities. MANHEIM, PA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rural Health …

Royal 4 Systems Partners with Labor AI’s ELS solution for their WISE 11.0 cloud WMS

Royal 4 Systems announced the release of LaborAI’s Engineered Labor Standards solution in WISE Warehouse Management System (version 11.0) LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Royal 4 Systems, a leading producer and …

THE DREAMCHILD FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR THE 2025 HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL: UNITY EDITION ON MAY 9 IN ACCRA, GHANA

Powered by Virtual Hub, StepNorth, Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., and Fly-Away Promotions, Inc, the festival kicks off at 7 PM (GMT) in Independence Square ACCRA, GHANA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DreamChild Foundation proudly …

Kent Holtorf M.D. Presents 'Fresh Perspectives' on 'the Rise in Autism’’ & 'How Peptides Advance Longevity', May 22

Author & TV Guest, Dr. Kent Holtorf M.D., explores 'Autism's Rise & The Role Peptides Play in Longevity' Thursday, May 22 – Epoch Media Center in Irvine, Ca. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Join Jay Nolan Community Services for a Picnic in the Park Promoting Inclusion for Neurodiverse Individuals

Enjoy fun activities, food, and learn about new services for neurodiverse individuals in the Monterey Bay area. SANTA CRUZ, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. (JNCS) is excited to announce its …