Obesity
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GBS in T2DM patients: Study highlights pros and cons, need for better patient selection
Gastric bypass surgery lowers the risk of all-cause mortality and cardiovascular disease, but the risk for a number of short-term complications is...
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Task force advises behavioral intervention for obese adults
News from the FDA/CDC
CDC: Obesity affects over 35% in 7 states
The number of states with a prevalence of adult obesity of 35% or above went from five in 2016 to seven in 2017.
From the Journals
Even modest alcohol use may worsen NAFLD
Modest alcohol consumption was associated with significantly less improvement in steatosis and significantly lower odds of NASH resolution.
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Lorcaserin shows CV safety in CAMELLIA-TIMI 61
It’s the first weight-loss drug ever to show cardiovascular safety, Dr. Erin Bohula said in an interview.
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Prepare for ‘the coming tsunami’ of NAFLD
NEW ORLEANS – It’s time for primary care physicians to stop ignoring NASH, an expert says.
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Childhood obesity linked to severe dental infections
Diet is only one factor.
From the Journals
Varied diet not necessarily a high-quality one
High dietary variety has been linked to poorer dietary quality and increased food intake.
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Enhanced recovery initiative improved bariatric length of stay
ORLANDO – Employing New Enhanced Recovery Goals for Bariatric Surgery (ENERGY) will generate data on best practices.
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Endoscopic weight loss interventions need lifestyle component
WASHINGTON – Options now exist for endoscopic bariatric interventions, but success depends on a multidisciplinary approach and frequent patient...
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NAFLD less common, more severe in black children
ORLANDO – Overall prevalence in obese kids: 42%