In recent times, obesity has become a much greater public health concern. There are a number of studies and articles published about the negative effects obesity can have on one’s health.
We have curated a number of reliable resources for news and information related to obesity and weight loss. Take a look at some of the news articles below for more information about health concerns related to obesity and weight loss surgery!
There is a range of health benefits to undergoing weight loss surgery. The decision to undergo weight loss surgery should not be taken lightly — any surgical procedure comes with risks, as well as a recovery...
Read moreThe Australian government has launched a new National Obesity Strategy — a 10-year plan to prevent and reduce obesity in the country. Obesity is a very common condition in Australia. In fact, studies suggest that one...
Read moreIndividuals who are overweight are more likely to develop health conditions that can lead to heart disease. Research has shown, for many years, that there are a range of health risks associated with being overweight or...
Read moreGastric sleeve surgery requires some lifestyle changes. If you are concerned that your weight is affecting your overall health and non-surgical weight loss methods have proven unsuccessful, you might consider bariatric surgery. The decision to undergo...
Read moreThere are many misconceptions about obesity and its causes. Obesity is a serious health condition and is becoming more and more common each year. Unfortunately, with the rise of obesity rates often comes an influx of...
Read moreBeing overweight or obese can affect one’s fertility. If you are overweight or obese, you may be aware that you are at an increased risk of various health problems. But did you know that there is...
Read moreGastric bypass surgery involves the reduction or removal of part of the stomach to aid weight loss. Gastric bypass surgery is a weight loss procedure that reduces the size of the stomach to limit food intake....
Read moreObesity has been linked to a number of other health risks, including hypertension. Obesity refers to a condition in which one has a BMI of 30 or over. If left untreated, obesity can increase one’s risk...
Read moreGenetics can contribute to obesity and affect the way your body stores fat. Obesity is a condition that can have some serious health implications. Individuals with a BMI of 30 or more are often at higher...
Read moreA simple injection style pen normally used for treatment on Type 2 diabetes, has helped one woman drop a third of her bodyweight. Watch the video and see more at www.9news.com.au
Read morePicture this. You’re on the couch, your latest binge-watch is primed to begin and you are about to get stuck into a block of chocolate. As you peel back the wrapper, you are stopped in your...
Read moreAn Australian woman who spent over $700 every week on fast food is unrecognisable after shedding an impressive 60kg. After becoming desperate to lose weight, Carmen turned to weight loss surgery to help her and underwent...
Read more“...we can say with confidence that if we treat patients at a particular stage of obesity, we’ll be saving lives”, Mr Aly said. Mr Aly noted that a long-running study of obesity in Sweden has demonstrated...
Read moreThe link between obesity and diabetes There is a strong relationship between a person's body mass index (BMI) and degree of insulin resistance. Obesity has been linked to many issues regarding medical, psychological and social. However,...
Read moreObesity increases your risk of COVID-19 COVID-19 has been found to be dangerous for elderly people, those with compromised immune systems, and those suffering from a range of other health issues. Studies have found that those...
Read moreGallbladder and other risks after weight loss surgery The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare says that 31% of adults during the 2017-18 period were listed as obese. This percentage is not decreasing, it’s only going...
Read moreWhat is a hernia? Is there a bulge at a previous surgery site, or between your chest and hips, or in your groin? This lump could potentially be a hernia, and the only way to find...
Read moreWhat is laparoscopic gastric bypass? Laparoscopic gastric bypass is a weight loss procedure which helps patients who are significantly overweight, generally classified as obese. The bypass procedures are generally minimally invasive as it involves laparoscopic surgery,...
Read moreCaffeine after weight loss surgery After weight loss surgery it is important to follow post-surgical guidelines regarding your diet. One element of diet a lot of patients ask about is caffeine, and whether they can keep...
Read moreYour weight loss surgery options in Perth Trying to find the right surgeon to help you achieve your goals can be a daunting task. After all, a quick google search of weight loss surgery in Perth...
Read moreWeight loss surgery in Perth Weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, is a great tool to encourage lifestyle changes such as improved nutrition, more motivation to exercise, increased energy, and mobility. Losing weight does not always...
Read moreBeing obese or overweight puts you at greater risk of serious illness or death from Covid-19, experts say after examining existing studies. The review of evidence by Public Health England found excess weight put people at...
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