Weight Loss Surgery Saves Sabrina Kershaw’s Life gwhqadmin November 24, 2010 Success Stories 13 Comments Sabrina Kershaw had a family history of obesity and relied on food as an emotional crutch. Her food addiction and other factors eventually pushed her weight to 270. At age 40, she finally made a change.
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...
Battling Obesity with Brain Surgery gwhqadmin September 24, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity treatments range from physician-supervised diet and exercise programs to bariatric surgery. Now, a team of neurosurgeons is trying a...
Waiting Period for Weight Loss Surgery Ineffective, Experts Say gwhqadmin July 9, 2010 Breaking WLS News Insurance carriers often mandate waiting periods of six months or more for would-be weight loss surgery patients, but a new study says this is wasted...
Weight Loss Surgery Most Effective with a Relative gwhqadmin July 6, 2010 Breaking WLS News Weight loss surgery is more effective when done with a spouse or relative, according to a new study....
New Weight Management Center Takes Multidisciplinary Approach gwhqadmin June 13, 2010 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment A team of weight management specialists is expanding treatment options for people who cannot qualify for weight loss surgery, as well as bariatric...
Obesity Awareness Campaign Aims to Eliminate Stigma gwhqadmin June 2, 2010 Breaking WLS News Obesity can be overcome if individuals take action to share their stories and promote acceptance of treatment options, suggests a new public...
Weight Loss Surgery Non-Profit Helping to Pay for Procedures gwhqadmin May 29, 2010 Breaking WLS News 181 Comments Weight loss surgery can be prohibitively costly when not covered by insurance. Now, a new non-profit group is giving away grant money to help people...
