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Rising Obesity Rates in America; A Public Health Crisis

WEBObesity is a condition with excessive body fat. The prevalence of obesity in the US in adults in 2020 was estimated to be 42.4%. According to the most recent data …

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Physical Fitness and Physical Activity

WEBPhysical fitness is broken into the five categories of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. …

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Find an Obesity Doctor Near You Obesity Medicine …

WEBWhen searching the Obesity Medicine Association’s provider directory for an obesity doctor near you, you have the option to select “ABOM Diplomate.”. This is a doctor who has …

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New “Supportive Obesity Care” Website for Healthcare …

WEBThe Supportive Obesity Care website includes evidence-based videos, podcasts, handouts, and self-reflection activities, providing strategies applicable in …

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About Obesity Medicine Association

WEBThe Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) is the largest organization of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other health care providers working every day to …

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Country’s Leading Obesity Expert Organizations Issue a …

WEBThe Obesity Society (TOS) is the leading organization of scientists and health professionals devoted to understanding and reversing the epidemic of obesity …

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Why Obesity is a Disease

WEBThe American Medical Association (AMA) designated obesity a disease in 2013. As a result, the idea that obesity is caused by insufficient willpower, lack of …

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Fundamentals of Obesity Treatment Course

WEBFundamentals of Obesity Treatment is a 1.5-day live, virtual course (up to 9.75 CME/CE) offering introductory education about the evidence-based approaches for evaluating, …

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Obesity and Life Expectancy Trends in the U.S.

WEBThe prevalence of obesity has reached high proportions, emerging as a global health crisis. According to the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) data from …

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Obesity and Mental Health Obesity Medicine Association

WEBThe Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) is the largest organization of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other health care providers …

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Obesity and Gastrointestinal Impact Obesity Medicine Association

WEBObesity is a global pandemic rising at a rapid pace. Obesity is one of the significant drivers of preventable chronic diseases and healthcare costs in the United …

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OMA Summit Conference Obesity Medicine Association

WEBThe OMASummit24 is a two-day conference (up to 11 CME/CE) for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about obesity medicine and women's health. The …

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How Much Does Obesity Cost the U.S

WEBA recent report released by the Milken Institute shows that the annual cost and the economic impact of obesity in the United States exceeds $1.4 trillion. This …

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Bariatric Surgery Candidates: Who Meets the Requirements

WEBIndividuals with a BMI of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35 or higher with obesity-related health issues may be considered potential candidates for bariatric surgery. …

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Does Insurance Cover Weight Loss Medication

WEBIn fact, Medicare is prohibited by law from covering them. Many insurers and employers who sponsor health coverage consider weight loss a cosmetic need rather …

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Obesity Care in College Students in the US

WEBObesity is a risk factor for a variety of health conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension (7). Obesity can negatively impact the grades …

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What is the Gold Standard for determining Body Fat

WEBDual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) scan is often preferred due to its ability to offer a comprehensive analysis of the body’s composition, providing detailed …

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Shifting from “Morbid Obesity” to “Class III Obesity”

WEBThe diseases of Overweight and Obesity are classified into increasing BMI levels that typically have increasingly higher levels of health consequences. The …

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Alcohol and Obesity Obesity Medicine Association

WEBIn people with obesity or abdominal obesity, or those who need to manage their blood pressure, glucose, or triglyceride, drinking just 7 grams of alcohol per day …

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