It might seem like semantics. But whether a health condition qualifies as a disease can have a huge impact on patient experiences and treatment options.

Obesity has become one of the most closely tracked public health metrics of our time, and the numbers paint a picture that is ...

The study reveals obesity's role in polypharmacy, indicating that reducing obesity may lower medication burden and enhance ...

Obesity rates in children have been on the rise for decades, having quadrupled from 1990 to 2022, and along with the rise in obesity, comes a rise in health risks. However, obesity can be broken down ...

The authors of a recent Lancet report argue that obesity should not just be seen as a risk factor for other diseases — but in some cases, should be seen as a disease itself. The position could change ...

Over the last three decades, differences in unhealthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure between older adults with obesity ...

The Trump administration is making a significant effort to reduce the cost of weight loss drugs. Its agreement with pharmaceutical giants, announced Nov. 6, 2025, will reduce the monthly prices of ...

Over the last three decades, differences in unhealthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure between older adults with obesity and those with a normal body mass index (BMI) have narrowed or disappeared ...

Obesity disrupts blood flow, hormones, and nutrition, hindering cognitive function and overall quality of life. It also ...