Obesity

Overall, nearly half dropped below threshold for obesity

We need more discussion of the potential harms

Waist-to-hip-ratio, waist circumference can aid in predicting IR, researcher says

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Along with COVID, increased risks seen with upper and lower respiratory tract infections

Doctors need training to "meet patients where they are"

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With findings from SURMOUNT-2, Eli Lilly plans to finish FDA submission

Roux-en-Y bypass or sleeve gastrectomy resolved NASH without exacerbating liver fibrosis

Duration of siestas associated with health outcomes

A closer look at the rising number of lawsuits in New York

Weight-bearing activity post-surgery is key, researchers say

The two approaches can fit together in practice, but questions remain

All healthy diets helped, but one had the biggest impact in post hoc trial analysis