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A pledge to end the social stigma of obesity
A hybrid workshop covering obesity stigma will be held for health professionals this week.
Northern Ireland obesity public consultations close soon
Two separate public consultations on the development of a new Regional Obesity Management Service and a new Obesity Strategic Framework in Northern Ireland will close this month.
Extra nutrients during pregnancy may reduce childhood obesity risk
Taking a nutritional supplement before and during pregnancy could promote healthy weight in childhood, an NIHR-supported study has found.
Lilly receives MHRA authorisation in Great Britain for tirezepatide (MOUNJARO ®▼) in alternative Kwikpen® presentation for two indications
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has granted marketing authorisation in the UK for tirzepatide solution for injection in an alternative KwikPen® presentation for two indications.
BOMSS Annual Scientific Meeting to be held in June
The British Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMSS) will welcome delegates and industry to its 15th BOMSS Annual Scientific Meeting in Harrogate on June 4 and 5.
UK’s obesity ‘ticking time bomb’ to be addressed at new congress
A nationwide conference will be held in May to help healthcare professionals tackle the obesity challenge facing the UK.
Evidence shows energy drinks associated with wide range of risks to children
The most comprehensive study of its kind has found drinking energy drinks is associated with an increased risk of mental health issues among children and young people, including anxiety, stress, depression, and suicidal thoughts.
Gut microbiota metabolite protects against obesity
Bacteria residing in the small intestines — the gut microbiota — produce a compound that protects against obesity, researchers have discovered.
Understanding the psychological legacy of past obesity
Researchers from the University of Liverpool in collaboration with researchers in the UK, Ireland and North America have led on a study to better understand the potential long-term consequences of previously having had obesity.
Supporting childbearing women to maintain a healthy weight could reduce risk of pregnancy complications
Supporting women of childbearing age to have a healthy weight could reduce the risk of several pregnancy complications, new research led by the University of Bristol has found.
People with obesity burn less energy during day
Weight influences how and when bodies burn energy, new research indicates.
Soaring childhood obesity from pandemic will cost UK billions
A dramatic increase in child obesity levels during the Covid-19 pandemic is set to cost the UK over £8 billion, according to a new study by University of Southampton researchers.
Feeling depressed linked to short-term increase in bodyweight among people with overweight or obesity
Increases in symptoms of depression are associated with a subsequent increase in bodyweight when measured one month later, new research from the University of Cambridge has found.