New guidance from a team of health experts around the world proposes expanding the definition of obesity beyond the popular ...

A group of experts from around the world are proposing an alternative way of defining clinical obesity, eschewing the ...

New CDC data reveals a concerning rise in severe obesity among U.S. adults, with women and middle-aged individuals most ...

BMI falls short as a way to measure obesity. Doctors need to also determine whether body fat harms a person's health.

Pediatric patients considered obese at cancer diagnosis are linked to significantly worse survival outcomes, especially those ...

Experts suggest redefining obesity diagnosis with BMI, waist size, and health factors to improve treatment accuracy.

Donald Trump and his advisers are about to launch a consequential battle against unhealthy food producers and the ...

People often let chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes go for a long time without treatment. Here’s why you should address them before symptoms begin.

For the first time in over a decade, obesity rates have dropped in the United States. A recent study by the CDC showed that from 2021 to 2023, those rates dropped from 41.9% to 40.3%.

The Roanoke City and Alleghany County Health Districts are advising the community on the importance of sleep. Proper sleep ...

With this background in mind, let’s take a look at the 12 best medical stocks to buy under $20.