Until two years ago, such discussion was of little practical relevance since there were few treatments for obesity between ...

Learn what foods to eat before and after bariatric surgery. Follow this diet plan to support weight loss, healing, and long-term success after surgery.

Erlanger Metabolic Center will host monthly weight loss seminars, beginning Thursday, March 27, at 6 p.m. in Erlanger’s POB Conference Room at the Erlanger Baroness Hospital. The Erlanger ... more ...

State lawmakers are considering expanding the types of obesity treatments covered by Nevada Medicaid, including approving ...

There are 37 health systems and medical centers that Optum refers its payer and employer clients to for oncology care.

Researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC have found that persistent organic pollutants (POPs)—synthetic toxic ...

Neoadjuvant semaglutide before metabolic and bariatric surgery is not beneficial in terms of weight loss, according to study findings.

The December 2023 death of 29-year old Virgin Islands resident Jade Barber was the result of negligence – some intentional – ...

According to market research, the industry is expected to expand from a valuation of USD 1,850.3 million in 2024 to an estimated USD 3,440.8 million by 2034. This robust growth trajectory is being ...

USC researchers have found that persistent organic pollutants (POPs)—synthetic toxic chemicals often found in food sources and stored in body fat — are associated with long term higher blood pressure ...

By screening people for eating disorders and disordered eating before these medications are prescribed, we can prevent ...

For patients who are significantly overweight — the path forward to losing it may include a decision between drugs or surgery ...