In the rapidly evolving world of healthcare, digital technology has emerged as a powerful tool, especially for pediatric populations. The September 2024 issue of Contemporary Pediatrics highlights how digital interventions are reshaping pediatric care across a range of conditions, including mental health and obesity management. With new research and technologies making it easier for both […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tampa, FL — September 12, 2024 — The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) today responded to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) newest data on obesity prevalence in the United States, which shows 23 states now reporting that more than one in three adults is living with obesity. “The CDC’s report […]

The Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI) has issued this new report.  It’s well worth a look. By now, soda taxes are well established to decrease consumption and raise revenues that can be used for social purposes.  As you might imagine, the soda industry does not like such taxes.  As the report explains, Recently, Big Soda has […]

Studying the Mental Health Impact of Weight Loss Drugs  Feinberg News Center Source link

These low carb, protein-packed Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms will satisfy your pizza craving without carby crusty. Your non-bariatric surgery friends and family will love these too. Hello?! Gooey, warm and melty cheese, what’s not to love?! Shelly’s Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms 12 Large Mushrooms1 cup Ricotta Cheese1/4 cup Parmesan, grated1 teaspoon Oregano1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powdera few twists […]

For a review course on the revolting cultural phenomenon of eating as much as possible for no good reason, we suggest one or more of a number of previous Childhood Obesity News posts about mukbang. Why? Because there are two newsworthy updates, and anyone who has managed to escape the knowledge of the mukbang fad […]

The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) believes in the importance of advocacy, especially sharing personal stories about living with obesity to change perceptions and eliminate stigma. Part of our work is also improving the way obesity is addressed in healthcare and educating health professionals. That’s why we were honored to team up with the Obesity Medicine […]

A reader suggested this report for weekend reading:  Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals : Threats to Human Health: Pesticieds, Plastics, Forever Chemicals, and Beyond. Among the report’s key takeaways: EDCs in the environment may contribute to disorders with hormonal underpinnings such as diabetes, neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, inflammation, and compromised immune functioning. EDCs do not behave like other […]

PGI hosts public forum on ‘obesity, diabetes and PCOS’  The Times of India Source link

Happy Holidays to all! Wishing you a lovely day with loved ones. To those who might be having a tough time for whatever reason, sending you a cyber hug, you are not alone. A couple of Christmases ago I had some drama and it was definitely not a jolly time in my world. I understand […]

Without bringing up a single political point, it is still obvious that America thinks about childhood obesity a lot less than we used to when Michelle Obama was on the case. This seems like an appropriate time to mention a few current happenings that are intriguing, though difficult to categorize. Some ideas that appeared a […]

Tampa, Fla. — The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) commends the Biden Administration for raising awareness of the need to expand access to obesity care and reduce the high cost of obesity medications. President Biden’s recent announcement marks a significant step forward in a national effort to enhance care and support for individuals affected by obesity. […]