Obesity Archives - Medical Bag

July 29, 2020

Obesity is a strong, independent risk factor for poor outcomes among COVID-19 patients.

July 20, 2020

For postmenopausal women, antidepressants, beta-blockers, and insulin are associated with weight gain over three years.

July 9, 2020

Having increased body weight or abdominal obesity is associated with increased incidence of dementia.

June 25, 2020

For individuals in rural communities, extended care for obesity management via individual telephone counseling reduces weight regain.

June 12, 2020

The diet and physical activity guideline for the prevention of cancer has been updated by the American Cancer Society.

By

Rose Reeb

June 8, 2020

Even moderate weight loss before bariatric surgery significantly reduces the risk for mortality in the 30 days after the operation.

By

Amit Akirov, MD

May 27, 2020

High body weight variability may be associated with increased risk for all-cause dementia and Alzheimer dementia in older patients.

May 22, 2020

Higher intake of whole-fat dairy products is associated with a lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) as well as hypertension and diabetes.

By

Amit Akirov, MD

May 21, 2020

Healthcare systems in New York City have partnered to support vulnerable children with obesity using a telehealth weight management program.

By

Amit Akirov, MD

May 11, 2020

COVID-19 may affect treatment for patients with type 2 diabetes and necessitates re-evaluation of medications based on existing evidence.