Study Finds Obesity ‘Switch’ Surgery More Effective
Sep. 19, 2012 -- Weight-loss surgery can help people who are severely obese shed the extra pounds, but one type of surgery seems to work better than others at keeping off the weight.
Study: Better Method Needed to Assess Body Fat
Apr. 04, 2012 -- Women who calculate their body mass index (BMI) to figure out if they are obese may be missing the mark.
To Your Health! A Year-End List Worth Saving
Jan. 02, 2013 -- Need help deciding on a New Year's resolution? Below are six more health stories from the past year that may encourage you to make a healthy change.
To Your Health! A Year-End List Worth Saving
Dec. 26, 2012 -- Humans seem to love lists-the top 10 Caribbean beaches, the five best coffee shops in your neighborhood, the interminable weekend to-do list. Here's another one to pique your interest: Below are some of the most compelling health stories of the year. Perhaps they will inspire you to live healthier this coming year.
Women and Heart Disease: Sometimes a Difficult Diagnosis
Heart disease trumps all other diseases, including cancer, as the number one cause of death for American women. Partly, that's because women may suffer from less recognized heart attack symptoms. The condition may also affect a woman's body differently, making it harder to diagnose. Read on to learn more about the dangers of heart disease.