Obesity Carries Stigma, Even After Weight Loss Editor July 5, 2012 Breaking WLS News, Features Women who were once obese and lost the excess pounds were found less attractive than women who maintained a stable weight, a recent study shows.
Obesity Increases Risk of Injury Editor November 21, 2011 Breaking WLS News Obesity raises the odds of injury at home and at work, and also slows recovery time, according to a recent study....
Flu Shot Less Effective for Obese Individuals Editor October 31, 2011 Breaking WLS News Flu season is upon us, but preventative flu shots may be ineffectual for people who are obese, according to a new study....
Obesity Rates Consistent Across Income Levels gwhqadmin December 24, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity rates increased for children and adults across all income levels over a period of 20 years, according to two recent government reports....
Obesity Affects Wealthy in Poorer Countries, Poor in Wealthy Nations gwhqadmin November 27, 2010 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Obesity rates are higher among lower-income groups in the United States, but in developing nations, wealthier citizens are the ones with excess...
Military Recruits Too Fat to Fight gwhqadmin November 5, 2010 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Military recruits are increasingly rejected for the armed forces because they are overweight or obese, putting America’s national defense at risk....
Weight Loss Surgery Increases Suicide Risk gwhqadmin October 8, 2010 Breaking WLS News 2 Comments Weight loss surgery can reduce the risk of life-threatening diseases, like type 2 diabetes, but it may increase the risk of suicide, a new study...
Weight Loss Pill Raises Risk of Heart Attack gwhqadmin September 11, 2010 Breaking WLS News The weight loss pill Meridia may increase the risk of heart attacks, according to a company-sponsored study, and is set for review by the FDA next...
