In a determined effort to address the growing obesity problem, Wales is set to implement strict measures aimed at curbing the promotion and accessibility of unhealthy meal deals and temporary price reductions on foods high in fat, sugar, or salt. With almost two-thirds of adults in Wales classified as having either overweight or obesity, the Labour-led government intends to go beyond...Read More
A recent study conducted by the Medical University of Vienna in collaboration with the Complexity Science Hub Vienna has uncovered that individuals suffering from obesity face an elevated risk of developing various mental disorders across all age groups. Interestingly, the study reveals that women are more susceptible than men to most of these disorders. The research findings were published...Read More
In response to the alarming rise in childhood obesity, NHS England has announced plans to launch 10 additional clinics specifically tailored to the needs of children with obesity. This expansion comes as part of a concerted effort to combat the escalating numbers of children and young people struggling with obesity and its associated health complications.
According to recent data released...Read More
As obesity rates continue to escalate in the UK, National Health Service (NHS) officials report that the annual expenditure on prescription medication has crossed the £10 billion mark.
During the financial year of 2022/23, the NHS allocated £10.4 billion to prescription drugs, which is an approximately 10% increase compared to the preceding year.
A pivotal factor contributing to this...Read More
A recent study backed by federal funding suggests that exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as ‘forever chemicals,’ during pregnancy is associated with higher body mass indices (BMIs) and increased risks of obesity in children.
The study, spearheaded by Brown University researchers, adds to the growing body of evidence that the consequences of exposure to PFAS...Read More
Researchers from Amsterdam UMC and Yale University have recently unveiled a ground-breaking link between obesity and altered brain responses to nutrients. Their study indicates that obesity leads to reduced dopamine release and diminished nutrient-sensing activity in the brain. Worryingly, these changes persist even after weight loss, potentially explaining why maintaining weight loss is so...Read More
According to a study published in the International Journal of Cardiology, the use of electronic health services via health applications after heart failure (HF) hospitalisation notably enhances patient outcomes and reduces mortality risk.
The research team aimed to scrutinise the effectiveness of digital health interventions (DHI) in comparison to conventional care for patients who had...Read More