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Discover how smoking during pregnancy may increase childhood obesity risk, according to new research from Washington State ...

The study found body mass index (BMI) patterns that could predict obesity, with findings published in Jama Network Open.

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One way that obesity is thought to increase the risk of cancer is because adipose (fat) tissue releases inflammatory hormones that can then cause uncontrolled cell growth, Thosani says.

A clinical trial led by an Indiana University School of Medicine researcher found that weekly doses of semaglutide - a ...

Once-weekly semaglutide improved glycemia and reduced weight in adults with type 1 diabetes and obesity without increasing hypoglycemia.

A new clinical trial found that taking a popular diabetes and weight-loss drug once weekly significantly improves blood sugar ...

(The Center Square) – Sen. Ruben Gallego, D- Arizona, announced his support for a bill aimed at helping America’s obesity crisis. Almost one-third of Arizona residents struggle with obesity ...

(THE CONVERSATION) About 5.5 million Americans live with dementia, requiring US$53 billion in annual medical spending on doctor visits, hospitalizations, medications, home health aides and nursing ...