Beyond BMI: global commission proposes new way to diagnose obesity
Doctors worldwide should diagnose obesity differently, relying on broader criteria and taking into account when the condition ...
The Edge Singapore2d
BMI outlines three scenarios after Trump withdraws US from WHO
The US will most likely remain a WHO member state but impose conditions, such increased contributions from other member ...
Onlymyhealth10d
Lancet Report Declares BMI an Incomplete Measure of Obesity, Urges Diagnostic Overhaul
A new Lancet report calls for redefining obesity labeling BMI alone as unreliable Learn about the proposed categories and a ...
Hosted on MSN11d
A new definition of obesity could help treat millions of people
Obesity is typically assessed by measuring someone's body mass index, but now researchers are calling for a more nuanced ...
New report proposes redefining obesity by adding body fat and health status to BMI
New guidance from a team of health experts around the world proposes expanding the definition of obesity beyond the popular ...
Euronews on MSN11d
Global expert panel suggests overhauling how obesity is diagnosed, says BMI is not enough
Adults with a BMI of at least 30 are considered obese. BMI has been used widely since the 1990s after the World ...