Weight Loss or Bariatric News Bibliography

Below are bibliographic citations of articles we found during our ongoing environmental scanning activities, where we focus on the weight loss or bariatric industry. The articles cited may be of interest to you if you are involved in weight loss or bariatric industry business planning, if you are interested in looking for opportunities and threats that might affect competitive advantage in the bariatric field, or if you just want to keep abreast of bariatric industry environmental issues and developments. Frequently, we discuss a bibliographic item in our Weight Loss or Bariatric Industry Strategy Blog. Although we use both the “free” Internet and “pay for use” online systems as part of our environmental scanning, you may be able to find the cited articles at websites you have access to.

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Bibliography

Type 2 Diabetes; When bariatric surgery is a family affair, patients do better: Significantly More Weight Loss and Higher Resolution of Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension for Family Members who have Gastric Bypass Together
25 July 2010
Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week
(This article indicates that “if you and a family member have gastric bypass together, chances are you'll both do much better than if you have surgery alone...”)
 
Bariatrics; New study finds women face fewer complications after gastric bypass surgery: Gender, Race, Age Before Surgery May Play Role in Patient Outcomes
1000 words
25 July 2010
Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week
(This article indicates that “there are significant differences in patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to gender and race, though the cause of these disparities in outcomes is unclear...")
 
Bariatrics; New Study Shows Health Insurer Required Program; May Unnecessarily Delay Bariatric Surgery: Patients Wait Nearly Four Months Longer for Surgery, But Get No Additional Benefit
25 July 2010
Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week
(This article indicates that “patients required by their health insurance providers to complete a six-month medical weight loss program before bariatric surgery do no better than patients who have no such requirement...”)
 
Public Health; Study findings on public health are outlined in reports from University of Alberta
24 July 2010
Marketing Weekly News
(This article indicates that ‘gender specific approaches to prevention [of childhood overweight and obesity] may be more effective.’)
 
Obesity; Investigators at Hosp University publish new data on obesity
24 July 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that ‘alcohol absorption was considerably modified after LSG [laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy] with higher and longer blood alcohol values for equivalent amounts of alcohol.’)

Obesity; Data on obesity reported by researchers at University of Wollongong
24 July 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that ‘limiting exposure to SSCB [sugar-sweetened carbonated beverage] could ... have a large public health impact.’)

Type 2 Diabetes; New study shows bariatric surgery resolves sexual dysfunction in women with morbid obesity: Researchers from Miriam Hospital and Brown University Medical School Find New Benefit to Weight Loss Surgery
21 July 2010
Biotech Week
(This article indicates that “Bariatric surgery not only helps people lose weight, it can resolve or significantly improve female sexual dysfunction (FSD)...”)
 
Health and Medicine; Data on health and medicine described by researchers at University of Missouri
20 July 2010
Life Science Weekly
(This article indicates that ‘Weight loss improves metabolic syndrome (MetS) factors, but risk may return with weight regain.’)
 
Obesity; New obesity research has been reported by scientists at University of Illinois
19 July 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “Because obese women underestimated their optimal weight loss goals, it is necessary to target this group for further education.)
 
Rapid weight loss better than slow
18 July 2010
The South Asian Times
(This article indicates that although losing weigh quickly appeared to be better than losing weight slowly, ‘more research is needed to determine optimal weight loss targets, and to establish best practices for optimal maintenance of weight loss.’)

The obesity operation you walk away from
18 July 2010
The Express on Sunday
(This article indicates that “BRITISH surgeons are set to carry out a revolutionary incision-less obesity operation.”)
 
Drug helps to curb the sweet cravings
Rachel Browne
18 July 2010
Sun Herald
(This article indicates that “AUSTRALIAN researchers have developed a drug that may combat overeating by making sweet food less pleasurable.”)

Why a woman really will be the size of her mother; Research suggests strongest obesity link in female line
By Richard Alleyne in Stockholm
17 July 2010
The Daily Telegraph
(This article indicates that ‘Studies found that obesity is passed from parents to children but it is the mothers who have the strongest effect — especially on daughters.’)
 
Obesity; Studies from Downstate Medical Center, Department of Surgery yield new data on obesity
17 July 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that “"Bariatric surgery is 58 years old and has undergone dramatic improvements recently becoming significantly safer and more accessible owing to the development of minimally invasive approaches and other advances.”)

Hospital pharmacists helped create bariatric surgery education program.
1 June 2010
Drug Formulary Review
(This article indicates that “as increasing numbers of hospitals add bariatric surgery to their services, it's an opportunity for hospital pharmacists to become point people in developing patient education processes and materials.”)

Obesity; Study documents geographic variation in childhood obesity
22 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that childhood obesity continues to be a problem with the number of obese children tripling over the past three decades.)
 
Obesity; Report: Majority of Minnesotans Overweight or Obese
22 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that according to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Minnesotans need to lose weight.)
 
Obesity; Scientists at University of Zaragoza detail research in obesity
22 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that waist circumference is probably a good predictor of “obesity related metabolic risk variables.”)
 
Obesity; Study data from University of Vermont update knowledge of obesity
22 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that people who perceive exercise to be difficult are likely to regain weight after weight loss intervention.)
 
Obesity; New obesity research reported from Maastricht University
22 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that high calorie food is more enticing to overweight or obese persons than the food is to persons of normal weight.)
 
Obesity; Research on obesity published by scientists at Monash University
22 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that obese patients spend more time in the hospital than non obese patients.)
 
Obesity; New studies examine adverse outcomes associated with obesity and more applicable measures of obesity
19 May 2010
Biotech Week
(This article indicates that “pay-for-performance reimbursement models may create unintended financial incentives for doctors to discriminate against obese patients, measuring a patient's waist circumference may be more effective in predicting surgical outcomes than the more traditional body mass index measure, and childhood obesity doubles the risk of developing colon cancer...”)

Obesity; Research results from D. Kiermeir and co-authors update knowledge of obesity
17 May 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘due to the increased awareness of obesity-related morbidity, efficient dietary regimens and the recent successes with bariatric surgery, there is now a high demand for body contouring surgery to correct skin abundances after massive weight loss.’)
 
Obesity; Research on obesity reported by A.J.R. Roskam et al
17 May 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “a lower educational level is often associated with a higher prevalence of overweight and obesity.”)

Obesity; Reports by M. Murshid and co-researchers describe recent advances in obesity
17 May 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘patients benefit for [abdominoplasty] even when it is performed as a functional operation and not as a cosmetic procedure.’)
 
Obesity; New obesity findings from Harvard University described
17 May 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that we need to understand better how gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms and obesity are related.)
 
Obesity; Findings in obesity reported from University of Sydney
17 May 2010
Cardiovascular Week
(This article indicates that sibutramine (meridia) may be useful for patients not fitting the normal guidelines for the weight loss drug’s use.)
 
Obesity demon for kids
16 May 2010
Sunday Times (Perth)
(This article indicates that ‘OBESITY-PREVENTION campaigns are leading to eating disorders among children and may even make some kids fatter, a Perth psychology expert claims.’)
 
Obesity; New obesity study findings have been published by scientists at Harvard University
16 May 2010
Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week
(This article indicates that obesity should not rule out surgery for gynecomastia.)
 

Obesity; New findings reported from University of Virginia describe advances in obesity
16 May 2010
Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week
(This article indicates that ‘Extreme obesity is not an absolute contraindication to [abdominal contouring] and may be performed safely.")
 
Rise in weight-loss pills as diet advice goes unheeded
David Rose Health Correspondent Sally Clayton; David Rose ; Sally Clayton
15 May 2010
The Times
(This article indicates that “the number of prescription weight loss drugs being given out in England is continuing to rise as doctors struggle to provide specialist advice on diet and exercise to overweight patients.”)
 
Low testosterone, obesity linked
McClatchy-Tribune Regional News
15 May 2010
The Buffalo News (MCT)
(This article indicates that obesity may be associated with low testosterone levels in men.)
 
Obesity; Make Schools Healthy to Beat Childhood Obesity, Says Leading Expert
15 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that “making schools healthy, with lots of nutritious food choices and plenty of opportunity for exercise, is key to winning the battle against childhood obesity”)

Obesity Risk Factors; University of Tokushima, Institute of Health Bioscience describes research in obesity risk factors
1 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that there is a critical period, early in life, where we should do research to better treat childhood obesity.)

Weight Loss; Findings from Stanford University in weight loss reported
1 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that the complexity of the rules one must follow in lifestyle modification to lose weight should be considered in a weight loss program.)

Obesity Animal Studies; Research reports from University of Pecs provide new insights into obesity animal studies
1 May 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that ‘Leptin resistance depends on body fat content rather than on age itself, although with age the proportion of fat tissue increases and contributes to self-perpetuating rise in body weight.’)

Obesity Prevention; Investigators at University Medical Center, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care have published new data on obesity prevention
30 April 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that ‘Exercise counseling may, however, further improve waist circumference.’)

UnitedHealth Group; UnitedHealth Group Launches Innovative Alliance Providing Free Access to Programs That Help Prevent and Control Diabetes and Obesity
26 April 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that “UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) is launching the Diabetes Prevention and Control Alliance, a partnership with YMCA of the USA and
Walgreens to help prevent and control diabetes, pre-diabetes and obesity.”)

Oregon Health & Science University; Diet alone will not likely lead to significant weight loss
26 April 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that just reducing caloric intake is not enough to achieve significant weight reduction.)

University of California - Davis; New study may explain how weight-loss surgery reverses type 2 diabetes
25 April 2010
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that a surgical procedure, done in rats, may delay the onset of type 2 diabetes, in a way similar to what gastric bypass surgery does to relieve diabetes symptoms.)

Obesity prevention campaigners say it is "fantastic" that politicians will soon...
24 April 2010
The Press (Christchurch)
(This article indicates that in New Zealand, GST (goods and services tax) may be dropped from healthy food to make the food more affordable, and thus help combat obesity.)

Obesity Prevention; Studies from University of Minnesota in the area of obesity prevention published
24 April 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that ‘worksite environmental interventions for nutrition and physical activity behavior change may have limited impact on BMI among ... workers who spend most of their workday outside the worksite.’)
 
Obesity Prevention; Reports outline obesity prevention research from University of Memphis
24 April 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that parental involvement can be an important element in the fight against child obesity.)
 
Obesity Prevention; Data from University Medical Center, Institute for Health provide new words
24 April 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that differences in overweight and obesity in the Dutch working population are explained partly by socio-demographic factors.)
 
Obesity Epidemiology; Data from University of Trento advance knowledge in obesity epidemiology
24 April 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that, at least in Italy, overweight and obesity is not increasing.)
 
Obesity Prevention; Study data from Washington State University provide new insights into obesity prevention
24 April 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that there is enough blame to go around when it comes to the cause of adolescent overweight and obesity.)
 
Obesity Animal Studies; Scientists at University of Alberta, Department of Sociology discuss research in obesity animal studies
24 April 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that when food is scarce, an obese-prone genotype is more advantageous than a lean-prone genotype.)

Optimal weight gain for obese moms-to-be depends on obesity level
23 April 2010
Asian News International
(This article indicates that ‘The safe weight gain for obese mothers-to-be depends on level of obesity...’)

Weight Loss; Research from Ben Gurion University of the Negev provide new insights into weight loss
23 April 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that “Focusing on [couples] could provide a cost-effective approach to weight-loss programmes.")

Obesity and Diabetes Prevention; Studies from J.J. de Castro et al add new findings in the area of obesity and diabetes prevention
23 April 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that orlistat and proper diet can lead to noteworthy reductions in weight and BMI.)

Obesity and Diabetes; New findings from Cleveland Clinic in the area of obesity and diabetes published
23 April 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that in comparing gastric bypass surgery and gastric restrictive surgery in severely obese patients with type 2 diabetes, insulin sensitivity increased only after the gastric bypass surgery.)
 
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center; Belief that intentional weight loss is harmful to seniors is unfounded
23 April 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that diet and exercise for weight loss in seniors leads to a lower risk of death within the next eight years.)
 
Overcoming childhood obesity; Television, computers, video games can be threats to long-term health
20 April 2010
Montreal Gazette
(This article indicates that “media consumption is linked to a sedentary lifestyle and an increase in childhood obesity that is expected to result in countless heart attacks and strokes during the next decades.”)

Obesity gene can shrink the brain
20 April 2010
Asian News International
(This article indicates that “the obesity gene, which is carried by over half of all people in the US with European ancestry, is also associated with a loss of brain tissue...”)

Newcastle University; Seaweed to tackle rising tide of obesity
9 April 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that “seaweed could hold the key to tackling obesity after it was found it reduces fat uptake by more than 75 percent, new research has shown.”)

Obesity and Diabetes Prevention; Data from Catholic University, Institute of Internal Medicine provide new insights into obesity and diabetes prevention*
5 April 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that “transoral gastroplasty allows a significant weight loss 3 months after the [surgery]...”)

Obesity and Diabetes; Scientists at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center describe research in obesity and diabetes in women
5 April 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that “diets higher in fat and CHO are associated with a hormonal profile (ie, lower leptin and higher ghrelin concentrations), which could enhance weight gain, particularly among individuals with higher circulating insulin concentrations.”)

Obesity and Diabetes; Data from T. Sammour et al provide new insights into obesity and diabetes*
5 April 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy has achieved satisfactory weight loss results with an acceptable complication rate...”)
 
Obesity; Researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University report on findings in obesity
5 April 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “stigmatization towards obese individuals has not decreased despite the increasing prevalence of obesity.”)
 
Obesity; Research from M. Lahtikoski and co-researchers in the area of obesity described
5 April 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘a comprehensive public health strategy targeting the whole population and especially those with low education is urgently needed to halt the obesity epidemic.’)

Obesity; Research from J.D. Klein and colleagues provide new insights into obesity
5 April 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘framing obesity as a common threat’ can help in the fight again childhood obesity.)

Obesity Therapy; Saga University reports research in obesity therapy*
Heart Disease Weekly
14 March 2010
(This article indicates that aerobic exercise can have beneficial cardiovascular effects for overweight women.)

Obesity and Diabetes Prevention; Studies from University of Dundee provide new data on obesity and diabetes prevention
Heart Disease Weekly
14 March 2010
(This article indicates that not much study has gone into weight loss among person over sixty years of age, and more needs to be done.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes Genetics; Research results from University of Leeds update understanding of obesity and diabetes genetics
Heart Disease Weekly
14 March 2010
(This article indicates that Leeds University in the U.K. research indicates that as our genes are understood, we may be able to devise ways to effect the way they interact with the environment. And this knowledge may aid in the treatment of obesity.)
 
Weight Loss; Reports outline weight loss study findings from University of Tennessee, Department of Nutrition
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
13 March 2010
(This article indicates that “single-serving packages may help reduce [caloric] intake at breakfast within the context of a behavioral weight-control program.”)
 
Obesity Prevention; Scientists at Ghent University detail research in obesity prevention
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
13 March 2010, 366 words, (English)
2010 MAR 13
(This article indicates that Scientists at Ghent University “suggest that health consequences and disease risks of excessive weight should be better communicated to European populations. Furthermore, factors associated with obesity such as subjective health and perceived risk of chronic diseases should be considered both at individual counseling and at public health policy levels.”)

Obesity Prevention; Research from Virginia Commonwealth University yields new findings on obesity prevention
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
13 March 2010
(This article indicates that Internet interventions for weight management can be effective and feasible.)
 
Fat sensitivity may help battle obesity
The Courier-Mail
9 March 2010
(This article indicates that some persons can detect fat. And people who can detect fat tend to eat less fat.)
(This article indicates that Vitamin D deficiency could lead to obesity.)

Inflammation and how it triggers illness; Obesity scientists dig deep to find the connection between body fat, white blood cells and a
USA Today, 8 March 2010
(This article indicates that “Researchers are beginning to understand the ways in which being overweight or obese contributes to a downward spiral of inflammation that can trigger heart disease, diabetes and other ailments.”)
 
DNA signals best weight-loss diet
Investor's Business Daily, 8 March 2010
(This article indicates that a simple DNA test could predict what kind of weight-loss diet — either low-carb or low-fat — would work best for the person to lose weight, according to a study by Stanford University.)
 
Obesity Therapy; University of Liverpool publishes research in obesity therapy
Pharma Business Week
8 March 2010
(This article indicates that in tests, sibutramine caused test subjects to eat at a slower rate, thus reducing the caloric intake.)

Obesity Quality of Care; Studies from Monash University, Center for Obesity Research and Education have provided new data on obesity quality...*
Pharma Business Week
8 March 2010
(This article indicates that the use of lap band enabled obese adolescents to lose more weight than normal weight loss approaches.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes Therapy; Research from Oregon Health & Science University, Oregon National Primate Research Center provides new data about obesity and diabetes therapy
Pharma Business Week
8 March 2010
(This article indicates that “early metabolic programming contributes to escalating obesity rates in children and adults.”)
 
Obesity and Diabetes Risk Factors; New obesity and diabetes risk factors research from Wake Forest University, Center on Aging outlined*
Pharma Business Week
8 March 2010
(This article indicates that “The prevalence of obesity among older adults has increased during the past 20 years and will affect both medical and social services.”)

Obesity and Diabetes Epidemiology; Research from University Hospital in the area of obesity and diabetes epidemiology described
Pharma Business Week
8 March 2010
(This article indicates that the availability of high calorie food and “the low requirement for physical activity” contribute to obesity.)

Obesity and Diabetes; Study findings on obesity and diabetes are outlined in reports from Rockefeller University
Obesity & Diabetes Week
8 March 2010,
(This article indicates that leptin may be a viable diabetes treatment.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Study findings on obesity and diabetes are outlined in reports from F. Andreelli and colleagues
Obesity & Diabetes Week
8 March 2010
(This article indicates that calorie restriction alone cannot account for the immediate reduction in type 2 diabetes symptoms in patients after gastric bypass surgery.)

Obesity and Diabetes Epidemiology; Study findings from Children's
Hospital, Division of Endocrinology broaden understanding of obesity and
diabetes epidemiology
Heart Disease Weekly
7 March 2010
(This article indicates that if researchers can better understand the hormones produced as the result of childhood obesity and bodily changes after weight loss, this knowledge will help in the fight against obesity.)

Obesity; Reports outline obesity study results from Winston-Salem State University
Heart Disease Weekly
7 March 2010
(This article indicates that according to an article from a recent Mayo Clinic Proceedings Medical Journal, men, suffering from cardiac artery disease, who were overweight or obese had greater longevity if they registered high fitness. Metabolic guidelines were established, and the men were subjected to exercises that measured their fitness.)

National League of Cities; National League of Cities Launches Effort to Combat Childhood Obesity in the South
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
6 March 2010
(This article indicates that The National League of Cities (NLC) Institute for Youth, Education, and Families, and organization established to promote cities, has launched the “the Municipal Leadership for Healthy Southern Cities project in partnership with the Foundation for the Mid South (FMS)” to fight overweight and obesity and children and adolescents.)

Local Initiatives Support Corporation; LISC Applauds Administration's Let's Move Initiative, Calls Comprehensive Community Revitalization a Key to Answering Children's Health, Obesity Challenges
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
6 March 2010
(This article indicates that “The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) applauds the White House plan to promote healthy lifestyles among children through the Let's Move program announced by the First Lady this week.”)

Obesity Therapy; New obesity therapy research from Louisiana State University, Pennington Biomedical Research Center discussed
Drug Week
5 March 2010
(This article indicates that according to a Pennington Biomedical Research Center study, “Primary care practices can initiate effective medical management for extreme obesity ...”)
 
Startling obesity risks hit minority kids and troubling inflammation seen in obese 3-year-olds
Associated Press Newswires
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that “The odds of obesity appear stacked against black and Hispanic children starting even before birth, provocative new research
suggests.)

VIVUS Announces FDA Acceptance of Qnexa(R) New Drug Application for
Treatment of Obesity
PR Newswire
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that the FDA has accepted Vivus, Inc.’s New Drug Application (NDA) for the weight loss drug Qnexa.)

Obesity link with moods
Scottish Daily Record
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that “Fat people are 55 per cent more likely to get depressed, while depressed people are at a 58 per cent greater risk of becoming
overweight.”)
 
American Society for Nutrition; Later introduction of baby foods related to lower risk of obesity later in life
Pharma Business Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that, while “breastfeeding per se may not have an effect on body weight; ... other feeding choices” may establish a predisposition to be of normal weight or obese.)

Obesity and Diabetes Prevention; New obesity and diabetes prevention
study findings have been reported by scientists at Veterans Affairs...
Pharma Business Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that superobese patients can lose weight on an in-patient program to improve gastric bypass surgery outcomes.)
 
Study findings on obesity and diabetes are outlined in reports from University of Utah
Obesity & Diabetes Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that “Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery when compared to severely obese groups not enrolled in planned weight-loss intervention was highly effective for weight loss, improved health-related quality of life, and resolution of major obesity-associated complications measured at 2 years.”)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Studies in the area of obesity and diabetes reported from Duke University
Obesity & Diabetes Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that ‘Diabetes is associated with lower prostate
cancer risk.’)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Studies from Medical University of Vienna describe new findings in obesity and diabetes
Obesity & Diabetes Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that ‘Over 1 billion people are estimated to be overweight...’) 

Obesity; Researchers from University of Texas detail new studies and findings in the area of obesity
Obesity & Diabetes Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that “observable weight distributions affect perception of one's own obesity level.”)

Obesity; Research reports from H.M. Orpana and co-authors provide new insights into obesity
Obesity & Diabetes Week
1 March 2010
(This article indicates that although obesity leads to higher mortality rates than normal, overweight may not.)

Obesity Prevention; Studies from Columbia University, Department of Epidemiology describe new findings in obesity prevention
20 February 2010
(This article indicates that the risk of obesity varies depending on a number of factors including place of birth and education.)
 
Entelos, Inc. Entelos Granted Patent for Innovative Diagnostic Capability in Obesity, Diabetes
19 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that the company, Entelos, Inc., has patented a process that simulates drug treatment outcomes, including treatments for diabetes and obesity.)

Obesity Quality of Care; New research on obesity quality of care from University Medical Center summarized
19 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that lap band surgery may be an option for morbidly obese adolescents.)
 
Obesity Prevention; Studies from Harvard University have provided new data on obesity prevention
19 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that effective online weight-loss programs can be offered along with primary care.)

Obesity Prevention; Studies conducted at Louisiana State University, Pennington Biomedical Research Center on obesity prevention recently published
19 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that calorie restriction might increase lifespan by improving the balance between the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system, when the calorie restriction and weight loss are combined with exercise.)
 
Obesity Prevention; Researchers at University of California, Department of Community Health Sciences have published new data on obesity prevention
19 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that scientists at the University of California, Department of Community Health Sciences, developed a participatory intervention program for elementary school employees which appeared to improve BMI and other key measurements.)
 
CHILD CARE LINK TO OBESITY
16 February 2010
(This article indicates that “Promoting health to grandparents may help to cut child obesity ...”)
 
NASBE Announces Grants to Help State Boards of Education Fight Childhood Obesity; NASBE’s Partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Also Renewed
16 February 2010
(This article indicates that ‘there is a growing body of research telling us that children who are obese have greater absentee rates and lower academic achievement, along with all the other health complications...’)
 
World; Fat chance if sleep is slim --- OBESITY LINK
16 February 2010
Sydney MXNLSYMX1
(This article indicates that lack of sleep can lead to obesity.)

Obesity 'tipping point before age 2
15 February 2010
UPI Energy Resources
(This article indicates that the ‘tipping point’ many times occurs before a person is two years old.)
 
BIZ BYTES Weight loss offer
15 February 2010
Taranaki Daily News
(This article indicates that the Women’s weight loss organization, Curves, is offering free weight management classes in New Zealand.)
 
News Pakistan: Start obesity prevention in the cradle, study urges
15 February 2010
Plus News Pakistan
(This article indicates that children become overweight before they are two years old.)
 
MEND Foundation; New Study Shows Effectiveness of the MEND Program Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it! in Prevention and Treatment of Pediatric Obesity
15 February 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it!) program can lead to successful weight management.)

Obesity and Diabetes Genetics; New obesity and diabetes genetics study findings have been reported by scientists at Hospital for Sick Children
14 February 2010
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that ‘Obesity associates with increased health risks such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes. The steady rise in the obese population worldwide poses an increasing burden on health systems.’)

Scottsdale Weight Loss Center; Scottsdale Weight Loss Center Provides Weight Loss Tips to Help Maintain Your New Year's Resolution
13 February 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that according to Scottsdale Weight Loss Center (SWLC), we can lose and maintain weight loss if we set goals based on where we want to go with respect to weight loss.)
 
Obesity; Investigators at Rollins School of Public Health, Public Health Institute release new data on obesity
13 February 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that ‘Implementation of effective workplace programs for the prevention and management of excess weight will benefit employers and their workers.’)
 
Research; Obesity ups cancer risk, and here's how
12 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that cancer can give rise to certain cancer, especially liver cancer.)

Envoy Therapeutics, Inc. Envoy Enters Diabetes and Obesity
Collaboration with Merck & Co., Inc.
12 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that ‘Envoy Therapeutics, Inc. announced that it has entered into a multi-year research collaboration agreement with an affiliate of Merck & Co., Inc. to discover novel diabetes and obesity drug targets.’)

Bariatrics; Heavy-Duty Bariatric Trolley for Rising Obesity Numbers
12 February 2010
Drug Week
(This article indicates that organizations in the U.K. have issued guidelines to health care organizations for the transport of overweight persons.)

Obesity Therapy; Findings from University of Hawaii, Department of
Public Health Sciences broaden understanding of obesity therapy
11 February 2010
Women's Health Weekly
(This article indicates that ‘Employers that provide worksite weight management interventions have the potential to reduce sick leave, health care costs, and workers compensation costs, and increase employee morale and worker efficiency,’)

University of Montreal; A gimmick-free weight-loss pill in the works
8 February 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that researchers at the Universite de Montreal are developing a pill based on the protein leptin. Leptin instructs our brain to stop eating when we are full.)

UnitedHealth Group; More Than $180,000 in Grants Awarded to Schools and
Community Groups to Help Fight Childhood Obesity
8 February 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that the UnitedHealth Group has given grants to schools, youth-focused organizations, and community organizations in over 30 states that have established organizations to fight childhood obesity.)
 
The Endocrine Society; Childhood obesity alone may increase risk of
later cardiovascular disease
8 February 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that without any other health risks, by the time an obese child in 7, the child’s chances of having a stroke or heart attack have already increased.)

The Creative Coalition; Filmmaker Barry Levinson to Helm Documentary on
Obesity Crisis in America
8 February 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that film director Barry Levinson will investigate obesity in America.)

Oregon State University; Parks and recreation programs declining as
obesity, health concerns rise
8 February 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that parks and recreation areas are declining in U.S. due to existing budget problems.)

Nutrisystem, Inc. Nutrisystem Tops List for Best Value in Weight Loss Category
30 January 2010
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that “Nutrisystem is hundreds of dollars cheaper than other weight loss programs, based on a survey by National Business Research
Institute (October 2008).”)

Mindful Health; The Search for the Fountain of Weight Loss ends with Mindful Health's Body Balance Program
25 January 2010
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that an organization called Mindful Health has introduced a weight loss program that purports to reduce stress associated with weight loss. The program combines a special weight loss supplement with other lifestyle changes to help an individual lose weight.)

Duke University Medical Center; Race, obesity affect outcomes among diabetics following prostatectomy
25 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that obese men with diabetes have a more difficult time than men without diabetes after the surgical removal of the prostate gland.)
 
JAMA and Archives Journals; US adult obesity still high, but recent data suggest rates may have stabilized
25 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that US obesity rates are stabilizing.)

Experts call for greater obesity awareness: Weight of a nation
The Augusta Chronicle
24 January 2010
The Augusta Chronicle
(This article indicates that we gain weight in ways we don’t realize. And that our culture conspires to get us to gain weight.)
 
Regulator may ban anti-obesity drug ; Over 20 drug companies marketing anti-obesity drug sibutramine under a...
24 January 2010
Business Standard
(This article indicates that sibutramine (sold as meridia in the U.S.) may be banned in the future in some countries.)
 
WEEKEND WORKOUT / OBESITY IN THE WORKPLACE Report on Business: Globe Careers*The skinny on weight discrimination; Expanding waistlines create risks to your career, according to a new study that found overweight employees are much more likely to be overlooked for opportunities, advancement and pay raises than slimmer staff. At the same time, research shows that Canadians are increasingly packing on the pounds. Here's what you need to weigh about the dilemma.
23 January 2010
The Globe and Mail GLOB
(This article indicates that obesity can hurt your career.)

Karolinska Institutet; Weight-loss proves effective cure for sleep apnea
10 January 2010
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that “for obese men, a dramatic weight loss can be an effective way to improve moderate to severe sleep apnea, scientists at the Swedish medical university Karolinska Institutet report.”)

Obesity and Diabetes Risk Factors; Data from University of Hong Kong, Department of Medicine advance knowledge in obesity and diabetes risk factors
10 January 2010
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that drugs to combat obesity should be used in conjunction with lifestyle changes.)

University of Montreal; Proximity to convenience stores fosters child obesity
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “childhood obesity is directly related to how close kids live to convenience stores.”)
 
The American Board of Bariatric Medicine; Newest Batch of Medical Professionals Pass Exam to Better Address America's Obesity Epidemic
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “seventy-two individuals passed the [American Board of Bariatric Medicine certification exam] and are awaiting final approval for board certification.")

McMaster University; Role of addiction cannot be ignored in obesity epidemic
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that food addition sometimes plays a role in obesity.)
 
GI Dynamics; GI Dynamics Receives European CE Mark Approval for the EndoBarrier(TM) Gastrointestinal Liner System for the Treatment of Type
2 Diabetes and Obesity
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “GI Dynamics, a leader in non-surgical, endoscopic treatments for type 2 diabetes and obesity, announced that it has received European CE mark approval for the EndoBarrier(TM), a non-surgical therapy to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.”)

Foundation Surgical Hospital of San Antonio; Foundation Surgical Hospital of San Antonio, Bariatric Surgeons Dr. Michael Seger, Dr. Terive Duperier & Dr. Ramiro Cavazos Are Recognized by ASMBS for High-Quality Care in Bariatric Surgery
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the “Foundation Surgical Hospital of San Antonio announced that it has been certified as an American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence(R) (BSCOE).”)
 
Morbid Obesity; Study data from Cleveland Clinic update understanding of morbid obesity
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘LSG [laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy] could provide short-term weight loss
after previously failed LABG, but prone to more complications compared to an initial LSG without a prior bariatric procedure.’)
 
Obesity Therapy; Research results from University of Chile, Department of Surgery update knowledge of obesity therapy
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the time it takes for a leakage closure after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy will vary.)

Obesity; Studies from Royal Hobart Hospital, Department of Surgery in the area of obesity described*
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that slippage of the band in lap band surgery needs to be studies more.)
 
Obesity; Researchers at I-Shou University, Department of General Surgery target obesity
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that gastric bypass surgery performed transumbilically ‘can make the abdominal wound scarless and cosmetically more acceptable.’)

Obesity and Diabetes; Study results from University of Texas update understanding of obesity and diabetes*
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘Obesity is an established risk factor in the pathogenesis of insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease; all components that are part of the metabolic syndrome.’)

Obesity and Diabetes; Researchers from University of Pittsburgh report on findings in obesity and diabetes
4 January 2010
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘an Internet- based lifestyle intervention may overcome significant barriers to preventive counseling and facilitate the incorporation of evidence-based lifestyle interventions into primary care.’)

New obesity data have been reported by researchers at University of Sherbrooke
13 December 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that a six minute walk test can be used to determine the health of overweight or obese persons.)
 
Four Senior Executives Join Orexigen(R)Therapeutics Management Team
7 December 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that Orexigen has brought in four executives to strengthen its management team.)
 
To Manage Weight Over the Holidays, Experts From Alere Say Enjoy, Indulge a Little and Don't Diet!
7 December 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that one should not diet during the holidays.)
 
New morbid obesity study findings recently were reported by researchers at Baystate Medical Center
7 December 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery is “an important tool in the fight against morbid obesity.”)
 
Horror complications from lap band weight-loss device Teens in pain for little gain
5 December 2009
Herald-Sun
(This article indicates that “lap banding was being used to treat the symptoms of obesity without addressing the psychological causes.”)
 
GEORGE FERNANDEZ DEVISES NEW CHILDHOOD OBESITY SCREENING TOOLS
4 December 2009
US Fed News
(This article indicates that we all need to treat our overweight problem as an international problem.)
 
Epidemic of obesity
4 December 2009
Daily Telegraph
(This article indicates that governments are not approaching the overweight problem correctly.)
 
New Report Just Published: Obesity, Weight Loss and Diet Management Markets (Pharmaceutical, Surgical and Dietary Approaches)
3 December 2009
ReportLinker
(This article indicates that “More than 100 million people in the United States are actively involved in a weight loss or weight management plan.)
 
Why weight loss fails
2 December 2009
The Jordan Times
(This article indicates that people lose weight on low carbohydrate diets because of reduced calorie intake, not reduced carbohydrates.)

15 Million Americans at Greatest Risk of Disease/Death Have Been Left Out of Health Reform Debate
23 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that a group is asking the U.S. Congress not to overlook Americans who suffer from obesity.)

Obesity and Diabetes; Research reports from Catholic University provide new insights into obesity and diabetes
23 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that gastric banding is less effective for treating obesity, and related comorbidities, than other forms of bariatric surgery, including bilio-pancreatic diversion (BPD), the duodenal switch procedure, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), and gastroplasty.)

Study Says Increase in Obesity Rates will Continue to Drive Health Care Costs
20 November 2009
Health & Beauty Close-Up
(This article indicates that “increasing obesity rates in Pennsylvania and across the country will result in higher health care spending for states and individuals.”)

Obesity Drug Allies Sought
18 November 2009
The Wall Street Journal
(This article indicates that “Vivus Inc. and Orexigen Therapeutics Inc. are in talks to find partners to sell their drugs...”)

Telcare Connects Last Mile between Patient and Doctor to Win MobiTechFest
15 November 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that Telcare has developed an award winning wireless glucose monitoring device.)

Obesity; Nutrisystem and the American Diabetes Association Form a Strategic Alliance to Promote the Importance of Weight Loss for People With Type 2 Diabetes
15 November 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that Nutrisystems and the American Diabetes Association will come together to educate people on the importance of losing weight to fight Type 2 diabetes.)
 
Research and Markets; Small and Regional Manufacturers of Mobility Aids Will Feel Heartened By the Rising Levels of Obesity in Europe, Across Age Groups
9 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the rising levels of obesity will enable companies that make mobility aids more profitable.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Biggest Loser Trainer Kim Lyons Gets You Prepped for American Diabetes Month
9 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “Type 2 Diabetes can be reduced as much as 57% through weight loss and physical activity.”)
 
Weight Loss; Researchers' work from University of North Carolina focuses on weight loss
9 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that podcasting may be an aid in weight-loss.)
 
Obesity; Researchers from University of Toronto describe findings in obesity
9 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘Obesity is associated with numerous inflammatory conditions including atherosclerosis, autoimmune disease and cancer.’)
 
GI Dynamics; GI Dynamics' EndoBarrier(TM) Gastrointestinal Liner Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy in Pre-surgical Weight Loss
9 November 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that there is a growing need for non-surgical treatments of obesity and type 2 diabetes. The Endobarrier may help fill the need.)

DAHLKEMPER MAKES HISTORIC VOTE TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE, QUALITY HEALTHCARE TO 3RD DISTRICT
8 November 2009
States News Service
(This article indicates that the health care overhaul could establish government administered grant programs “at the community level focused on reducing obesity and improving local health.”)

Obesity 'affecting health and wealth'
6 November 2009
South Wales Evening Post
(This article indicates that, at least in Wales, obesity has a negative effect on both health and wealth.)
 
U Of M Researchers Awarded Prestigious Grants From ARRA Funds
5 November 2009
Targeted News Service
(This article indicates that the NIH has given out grants under the new "Challenge" and "Grand Opportunities" program. In this program, the NIH is looking to close gaps in technology ...”)

Obesity linked to specific cancers
5 November 2009
Gannett News Service
(This article indicates that "about 100,500 new cases of cancer are caused by obesity every year...”)

Wayne State To Launch Child-Focused Obesity Center Funded By $5.7 Million NIH Grant
21 October 2009
Targeted News Service
(This article indicates that a team at Wayne State University wants to improve the success rate of obesity interventions among African Americans.)
 
National Business Group on Health Unveils Employer Toolkit for Childhood Obesity
21 October 2009
Market Wire
(This article indicates that some believe that employers can lead “in the battle against childhood obesity.”)
 
Obesity is worst epidemic: Docs
19 October 2009
UNI (United News of India)
(This article indicates that “about 18 per cent deaths worldwide are smoking-related while 16.8 per cent deaths are obesity-related...”)

Lessons for fat parents - Plan to scale back child obesity
6 October 2009
The Courier-Mail
(This article indicates that recent research shows that “obese mothers were 10 times more likely to have obese daughters, while obese fathers were six times more likely to have” obese sons.)
 
University of Washington; New links among alcohol abuse, depression, obesity in young women found
6 October 2009
Life Science Weekly
(This article indicates that body image may explain “why women who are obese at 27 are more likely to report depression three years later.”)
 
Obesity; Recent findings from Thomas Jefferson University highlight research in obesity
5 October 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the Chronic Care Model could be an important tool in fighting obesity.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Research on obesity and diabetes
5 October 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery has be shown to produce greater long term weight loss than obesity drugs.)
 
BUSINESS BRIEFING MEDICINE Business/Financial Desk
An Obesity Treatment Fails in a Trial
3 October 2009
The New York Times
(This article indicates that EnteroMedics’ neuroblocking technology to combat obesity produces less than stellar results.)
 
Orexigen Reports Success Of Mid-Stage Obesity Drug
30 September 2009
Dow Jones News Service
(This article indicates that the companies Arena, Vivus and Orexigen are looking for pharmaceutical companies to help them sell their obesity drugs.)
 
Orexigen(R) Therapeutics Phase 2b Trial for Empatic(TM) Meets Primary Efficacy Endpoint Demonstrating Significantly Greater Weight Loss Versus Comparators in Obese Patients; New Data Highlights Strength of Company’s Obesity Franchise with Two Late Stage Drug Candidates; Company to host conference call to discuss results in more detail at 8:30 a.m. ET today
30 September 2009
PR Newswire
(This article indicates that Orexigen(R) is about to “ file a New Drug Application (NDA) for Contrave...”)

Weight Loss; Research from Ruhr University in the area of weight loss described
30 September 2009
Biotech Week
(This article indicates that staying on a diet is more important than the diet.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; GENova Biotherapeutics signs collaboration agreement with Bridge Bioresearch
28 September 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that GENova Biotherapeutics Inc. will collaborate with the company Bridge Bioresearch Plc. This will allow GENova’s cancer research activities Bridge BioResearch’s obesity research to be shared with each other.)
 
California Center for Public Health Advocacy; New Research Shows Direct Link Between Soda and Obesity
28 September 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that there is scientific evidence that sugar-sweetened beverages are a big cause of overweight and obesity.)
 
Extra - Opinion*Obesity is not a right
27 September 2009
Sunday Age
(This article indicates that maybe it’s time for government to take action against obesity.) 
 
Covidien to Be Presenting Sponsor for American Diabetes Association EXPOs in New York and Minneapolis ; Sponsorship Reinforces Covidien’s Focus on Our Resolution Program Educating, Inspiring and Engaging Americans in the Fight Against Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity
21 September 2009
Business Wire
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery might resolve diabetes.)

Obesity; Newly Published Clinical Study Finds New Commercial Diet Program Superior to Standard Protocol for Diabetes Weight Loss and Blood Sugar Control
27 September 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that a study showed that a special portion controlled meal led to more weight loss and better blood sugar control for diabetics.)
 
NEW LINKS AMONG ALCOHOL ABUSE, DEPRESSION, OBESITY IN YOUNG WOMEN FOUND
23 September 2009
US Fed News
(This article indicates that “depression, obesity and alcohol abuse or dependency are interrelated conditions among young adult women but not men.”)
 
REP. KIND COMBATING CHILDHOOD OBESITY
21 September 2009
US Fed News
(This article indicates that childhood obesity is caused mostly by too little exercise and poor diet.)
 
Covidien to Be Presenting Sponsor for American Diabetes Association EXPOs in New York and Minneapolis; Sponsorship Reinforces Covidien’s Focus on Our Resolution Program Educating, Inspiring and Engaging Americans in the Fight Against Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity
21 September 2009
Business Wire
(This article indicates that for some, bariatric surgery resolves diabetes.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Obesity Driving America's Healthcare to a Tipping Point
21 September 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that health reform success depends on our addressing the chronic diseases it causes“)
 
Features The obesity industry is growing fat while we swallow its costs
20 September 2009
The Sunday Times
(This article indicates that a lack of an emphasis on ‘individual responsibility has contributed’ to overweight and obesity.) 
 
Health (xtra_health) Tackling childhood obesity
19 September 2009
Kidderminster Shuttle
(This article indicates that because obesity is becoming the norm, it is harder for parents to spot childhood obesity.) 
 
UPDATE: Arena Reports Obesity Drug Success; Data Disappoint
September 2009
Dow Jones News Service
(This article indicates that Arena will apply for marketing approval from the FDA for the drug lorcaserin.)
 
Metro S.F. looks at fee on soft drinks; Newsom wants to charge retailers, use revenue to help curb obesity
18 September 2009
(This article indicates that “adults who drink at least one soft drink a day are 27 percent more likely to be obese than those who don't.”)
 
News Obesity contributes to high health care costs in Oklahoma
16 September 2009
The Journal Record
(This article indicates that childhood obesity is associated with later pancreatic cancer.)
 
NEWS Obesity pill worth wait
15 September 2009
MX (Australia)
(This article indicates that “Experts claim patients can lose as much weight with Qnexa as they would with obesity surgery.”)

Weight Loss; Nutrisystem Now Offers Double the Fresh-Frozen Food for the Same Low Monthly Cost
5 September 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that Nutrisystem has increased its available frozen food options.)
 
Scottsdale Weight Loss Center Deploys New App for iPhone, iTouch and BlackBerry
31 August 2009
Health & Beauty Close-Up
(This article indicates that The Scottsdale Weight Loss Center (SWLC) has introduced a smart phone application to help people lose weight.)
 
Obesity; New obesity study findings recently were reported by researchers at University of North Carolina
31 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “exposures during fetal life affect adult metabolism.”)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Reports summarize obesity and diabetes in children study results from Children's Hospital, Department of Pediatrics
31 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that we need to pay more attention to how many calories children take in.)
 
Warning: exercise makes you fat; Reprogramming body fat may be key to weight loss, studies find
27 August 2009
Edmonton Journal
(This article indicates that reprogramming belly fat may enable people to be healthier.)
 
Data from a Clinical Study Evaluating GI Dynamics’ EndoBarrier to be Presented at IFSO ; EndoBarrier ™ Gastrointestinal Liner Plus EndoBarrier Flow Restrictor Dramatically Increases Weight Loss in Obese Patients; Compelling Impact on Diabetes Risk Factors
26 August 2009
Business Wire
(This article indicates that the company GI Dynamics that develops non-surgical therapeutics may be defining a new category of metabolic treatments.)

Restricting child's eating may not thwart obesity-study
27 August 2009
Reuters News
(This article indicates that instead of restricting what children eat, children should be taught to regulate what they eat.)
 
Industry Trend Analysis - Rise In Obesity-Linked Diseases Could Pave Way For New Legislation
26 August 2009
(This article indicates that some countries are “limiting the availability of soft drinks and confectionery in schools and making nutritional information clear on packaging.”)

UCLA study: Obesity can be a drain on the brain
26 August 2009
Los Angeles Daily News
(This article indicates that brain shrinkage is associated with overweight and obesity.)
 
USANA-Supported Clinical Study Results Published in the Journal Obesity and Weight Management; Study Demonstrates That Symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome Can Be Reversed
25 August 2009
Business Wire
(This article indicates that “lifestyle change can significantly improve outcomes in subjects with metabolic syndrome.”)
 
Weight-loss pill's effects on liver investigated
25 August 2009
The Boston Globe
(This article indicates that the FDA is investigating reports of liver damage in persons using alli.)
 
OBAMA SAYS LOWER OBESITY RATES WOULD SAVE MEDICARE $1 TRILLION
24 August 2009
St. Petersburg Times
(This article indicates that Obams’s feels that obesity is a huge health issue.)
 
Research and Markets; Pipeline and Commercial Insight: Obesity - the $11 Billion Market That Never Was
24 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that obesity drug failures have caused diet and exercise to be the most trusted method of weight loss.)
 
Obesity; the Obesity Society Position on Recent Criticism of Surgeon General Nominee Regina Benjamin
24 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that The Obesity Society is responding to Obama’s nomination of Dr. Regina Benjamin to become Surgeon General.)
 
Obesity; Recent findings from Duke University highlight research in obesity
24 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the PSA test may be less effective for men with a high BMI.)
 
Obesity; New obesity research from J. Trogdon et al outlined
24 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that low cost approaches to workplace obesity interventions may be more cost effective than high cost approaches.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; New research on obesity and diabetes from A.E.Pontiroli and co-authors summarized
24 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that “most metabolic abnormalities are associated with visceral fat.”)

Obesity; Researchers at Yale University, Medical Department target obesity
17 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that in order to control weight and our diet, we need to understand “the physiological regulators” that underlie weight and diet.)
 
Obesity; Research from University of the West Indies provide new insights into obesity
17 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘Overweight and obesity have increased to epidemic proportions among adolescents ...’)
 
Obesity; New obesity study findings have been reported by J.A. Batsis and co-researchers
17 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘Obesity does not increase resource utilization for elective total hip arthroplasty (THA).’ )
 
Virgin Health Miles and the STOP Obesity Alliance Rally Corporate America to Create Healthier Workplace Communities
13 August 2009
Market Wire
(This article indicates that at least one organization feels that the workplace is a good place to establish programs to fight obesity.)
 
Meal replacements 'aid weight loss'
13 August 2009
Asian News International
(This article indicates that using meal replacements, such as special shakes, in combination with medical supervision can enable a person to lose up to 16 percent of his weight.)

Obesity; Kaiser Permanente to Provide Calorie, Nutrition Information on Cafeteria Menus
10 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that Kaiser Permanente will provide calorie and nutrition information in its hospital cafeterias.)
 
Healthy Interactions; The Obesity Society Partners with Healthy Interactions® to Advance Obesity Prevention and Treatment
10 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that The Obesity Society and Healthy Interactions will form a five-year partnership to develop educational materials.)
 
Health Grades, Inc. Study: Bariatric Surgery Patients Have 67 Percent Lower Chance of Complications at Top-Performing Hospitals
10 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that a HealthGrades study concluded that five-star rated bariatric hospitals had drastically lower complication rates, hospital length of stay, and other items than lower rated hospitals.)
 
Combating Obesity With Appetite-Suppressing Chewing Gum
5 August 2009
Marketwire
(This article indicates that Ventana Biotech Inc is developing an “appetite-suppressing chewing gum.”)
 
Global Weight Loss and Diet Management
3 August 2009
M2 Presswire
(This article indicates that “focus on improving quality of life has increased the sale of products that claim to manage or reduce weight.”)
 
Obesity; Research from Y. Wang and colleagues has provided new data on obesity
3 August 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that ‘Meats are high in energy and fat content, and thus may be associated with higher risk of obesity...’)
 
Opinion* The cost of obesity; Study points to rising medical expenses associated with weight gain
31 July 2009
Las Vegas Sun
(This article indicates that the U.S. Congress should include the cost of obesity in any health care reform.)
 
NIH STUDY FINDS LOW SHORT-TERM RISKS AFTER BARIATRIC SURGERY FOR EXTREME OBESITY
30 July 2009
National Institutes of Health Documents
(This article indicates that the NIH there are low short-term risks following bariatric surgery.)

Obesity and Diabetes; New Study Shows About 60 Percent Remain Diabetes-Free 5 to 16 Years After Gastric Bypass: Long-Term Resolution Most Likely in Non-Insulin Dependent and Those That Maintain Most Weight Loss
2 August 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that ‘people with Type 2 diabetes and morbid obesity who get surgery before becoming insulin-dependent have the greatest chance for complete resolution and avoiding the progression of diabetes.’)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; New Study Finds Social and Economic Factors Play Major Role in Determining Who Gets Bariatric Surgery: Medical Condition Similar, but Great Divides Between Race, Gender, Income and Insurance
2 August 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that less than one half of one percent of the persons eligible for medical weight loss surgery actually get the surgery. And a high percentage of the persons getting the surgery are white females with private health insurance.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; New Risk Management System Reduces Bariatric Surgery Complication Rate by 65%, Hospital Readmissions by 80%: Knowing Risk Potential Helps Doctors and Patients Reduce Complications and Costs
2 August 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that using a new risk management system reduces the complication rate related to bariatric surgery.)
 
Obesity; New obesity study findings have been reported by scientists at Chinese University of Hong Kong
2 August 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that orlistat, used in conjunction with diet, can reduce BMI and LDL, sometimes called the “bad” cholesterol.)
 
Obesity; Data on obesity published by researchers at University of Minnesota, Medical Department
27 July 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that African American women want programs that provide weight loss social support, meaning support from others interested in weight loss.)
 
Preschool obesity rate stable at 1 in 7 - US study
23 July 2009
Reuters News
(This article indicates that to reduce obesity we need it have ‘policy changes that promote physical activity and good Nutrition.’)
 
Federal agency wants more scrutiny of weight-loss ads
22 July 2009
McClatchy Washington Bureau
(This article indicates that TV ads that push weight loss products are sometimes misleading. And that these ads should be closely examined.)

Cutting Edge Obesity Surgery Successfully Completed With Power Medical Interventions'(r) Intelligent Surgical Instruments(tm); Novel, Minimally Invasive Procedure Results in Significant Weight Loss Following Surgery
16 July 2009
Globe Newswire
(This article indicates that laparoscopic vertical gastroplasty may be a good procedure to use in bariatric surgery.)
 
GRAPEFRUIT OFFERS A BITTER ROUTE TO BEATING OBESITY
16 July 2009
Daily Mail REPORTER
(This article indicates that the grapefruit might help fight obesity.)
 
CHILDHOOD OBESITY CAUSED BY PARENTS -STUDY
14 July 2009
TV World News Transcripts
(This article indicates that kids will likely eat the way their parents eat.)
 
New book offers solutions to obesity crisis and major public health issues
14 July 2009
Mediacom
(This article indicates that preventing obesity is the best way to combat the disease.)
 
Grant will help 2 troubled Chicago high schools to fight high obesity rates among black kids
14 July 2009
Associated Press Newswires
(This article indicates that 40 percent of the black children in Illinois weigh too much.)
 
Kiwis third fattest in new report on obesity
14 July 2009
New Zealand Herald
(This article indicates that perhaps an obesity campaign, similar to the one fighting smoking, should be established to fight obesity.)
 
A Green MP Sue Kedgley says the level of obesity in New Zealand will continue to have a growing impact on the health system
13 July 2009
Newstalk
(This article indicates that obese persons are more susceptible to swine flu and other ailments.)
 
THE Hidden cost of OBESITY; With excessive weight gain, costly medical conditions often arise, but gastric surgery can ease, even eliminate,them. Meet Vincent Daswell.
12 July 2009
Las Vegas 
(This article indicates that although bariatric surgery combats the effects of obesity, obesity should be avoided before the surgery is needed.)

Four States Reach 30 Percent Adult Obesity Rate
7 July 2009
Penton Insight
(This article indicates that as we’ve gotten fatter our health care costs have increased.)
 
Canada & World Big love: Study links romantic partnership with obesity
6 July 2009
Vancouver Sun
(This article indicates that marriage and other romantic partnerships often lead to obesity.)
 
Marriage makes you fat: study; Tying the knot doubles risk of obesity
6 July 2009
Edmonton Journal
(This article indicates that your partner’s unhealthy lifestyle can be a barrier to weight control.)
 
Obesity; Reports outline obesity study findings from J. Ma and colleagues
6 July 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the health care industry misses many chances to treat obesity.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Study data from University of Tasmania update knowledge of obesity and diabetes
6 July 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that obesity is associated with irregular menstrual cycles.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Investigators at University of Groningen zero in on obesity and diabetes
6 July 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that obesity is a risk factor for kidney disease.) 

Research by S. Policker and colleagues in obesity and diabetes provides new insights
5 July 2009
Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week  
(This article indicates that “a minimally invasive implantable device for the treatment of type 2 diabetes” called “The Tantalus” can be used to help people lose weight.)

New findings in obesity and diabetes described from Massachusetts General Hospital
4 July 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that obesity raises the mortality risk of men with prostate cancer.)
 
Data on obesity and diabetes reported by researchers at New York University
4 July 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery should be considered for those with a BMI less than 35.)

Successful weight loss with dieting is linked to vitamin D levels
4 July 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that the amount of Vitamin D in the body might give some hint of future weight loss success on a low calorie diet.)

Childhood obesity increases early signs of cardiovascular disease
4 July 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that obesity in childhood can signal cardiovascular disease later in life.)

Bariatric surgery increases risk of fractures
4 July 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery increases the risk of breaking a bone.)

Canada & World Obesity rates continue to balloon, survey says; Poor nutrition, lack of exercise and longer work days are blamed for national epidemic
2 July 2009
(This article indicates that the U.S. will not lower the obesity rate to 15 percent next year, which was a U.S. goal.)
 
Childhood obesity easier to prevent than to treat
2 July 2009
Pakistan Press International Information Services
(This article indicates that skin fold may be a more accurate measurement of fatness.)
 
Few gains in U.S. war on obesity Associated Press
2 July 2009
Chicago Daily Herald 
(This article indicates that overweight will contribute to the health care cost as baby boomers reach the age of 65.)
 
Fat in the USA: Obesity is Rising; Adult obesity rose in 23 states last year, a new study finds; almost one-third of kids are overweight as well
2 July 2009
BusinessWeek.com
(This article indicates that because health foods cost more than less healthy foods, the existing recession could worsen the obesity problem.)

WellQuest Medical & Wellness Corporation; WellQuest Launches Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program
26 June 2009
Drug Week  
(This article indicates that WellQuest has launched a new weight loss program.) 
 
GI Dynamics; GI Dynamics’ EndoBarrier™ Gastrointestinal Liner to be Highlighted at Several Prominent International Diabetes and Obesity Meetings
26 June 2009
Drug Week
(This article indicates that GI Dynamics’ EndoBarrier will get special attention at upcoming diabetes and obesity meetings.) 
 
Warning: Health Canada Is Warning Consumers Not to Use Nutural Slim Weight Loss Product
24 June 2009
Market Wire
(This article indicates that Canadian consumers are warned not to use the weight loss product Nutural Slim because the product uses sibutramine, which may cause harmful side effects.)
 
Weight-loss surgery cuts cancer rate in obese women: study
24 June 2009
Agence France Presse
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery may decrease cancer in obesity women.)

Large-scale Analysis Finds Bariatric Surgery Relatively Safe
24 June 24 2009
Science Daily
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery is “as safe as any routine surgical procedure.”)
 
BUSINESS & ECONOMY Obesity drugs may have a slim chance
Priyanka Golikeri
22 June 2009
(This article indicates that at least in India, the market for obesity drugs may be low because of the dangers associated with obesity drugs.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Kaiser Permanente Calls for Health Policy Support and Community Advocacy to Curb Childhood Obesity
22 June 2009
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that where people live is important in childhood obesity and other health problems later in life.)
 
Obesity; Study results from Aichi Medical Association broaden understanding of obesity in adolescents
22 June 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that exercise is important in the fight against obesity.) 

Obesity; New obesity research from E. Oda and colleagues discussed
7 June 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that the relationship between abdominal obesity and metabolic risk factors were higher among young Japanese men than other Japanese demographic groups.)
 
Research Australia; New direction needed for obesity research, Deakin health expert claims
6 June 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that at least one expert feels that more time should be spent finding solutions to the obesity problem than identifying more obesity causes.)
 
Mintel; Parents Concerned, but Confused about How to Fix Childhood Obesity
6 June 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that parents are not sure how to approach the obesity problem in their children.)
 
Obesity in horses a weighty issue
4 June 2009
The Countryman First
(This article indicates that too little exercise can cause insulin resistance.)
 
Canada & World*Canadians wait more than five years for obesity surgery; Wait times for life-saving surgery 'inhumane'
3 June 2009
(This article indicates that the only option for severe obesity may be bariatric surgery.)
 
Sen. Bingaman Introduces Bill to Reduce U.S. Obesity Population
2 June 2009
Targeted News Service 
(This article indicates that persons who are likely to become obese should receive treatment.)
 
News AUS: Obesity report focuses on self-regulation.
2 June 2009
Just-Food
(This article indicates that some in Australia believe that self-regulation is the first option in the fight against obesity, before government regulation.)
 
Obesity; New obesity research from M. Daskalakis et al outlined
1 June 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that sleeve gastrectomy may be used as a single surgical treatment for obesity.)

Obesity; New findings from University of Utah in the area of obesity published
1 June 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that it may be reasonable to view weight loss as a way to lower cancer risks.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Studies from Louisiana State University in the area of obesity and diabetes published
1 June 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that gene analysis can lead to effective, different obesity and diabetes treatment for different subgroups.)
 
Obesity and Diabetes; New obesity and diabetes study findings have been published by scientists at University of Washington
1 June 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the highest rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes found in “groups with the lowest levels of education and income and in the most deprived areas.")
 
Local City MD has key role in provincial obesity fight
28 May 2009
The Hamilton Spectator
(This article indicates that some in Canada believe that when the Canadian government views obesity as a medical as well as a social condition, Canadians will be healthier.)

Obesity and Diabetes; As Health Reform Takes Shape, Leading Medical and Public Health Organizations Join Effort to Keep Obesity Front and Center
17 May 2009
Heart Disease Weekly
(This article indicates that Obesity is a serious problem in the world. And people are not sure what to do about the problem.) 
 
Unique co-operation with regard to the treatment of diabetes and obesity in the United Arab Emirates; Global Health Partner
14 May 2009
Waymaker
(This article indicates that the United Arab Emirates Global Health Partner has signed a contract with the Ministry of Health in the United Arab Emirates regarding setting up and running a combined diabetes and obesity clinic.) 
 
Official Launch of a European Obesity Day Online Survey(http://www.obesityday.eu)
14 May 2009
PR Newswire Europe
(This article indicates that Europeans are being asked to help determine “what steps should be taken to address” obesity.)
 
City docs' new way to measure obesity
12 May 2009
Birmingham Mail
(This article indicates that ‘People with apple shapes, who have more fat around the abdomen, are more likely to suffer metabolic consequences of heart disease or high blood pressure...’) 
 
OBESITY 'CAUSES 19,000 CANCER CASES EVERY YEAR'
11 May 2009
Daily Mail
(This article indicates that there might be as many as 19,000 cases of British cancer cases per year that are due to obesity.) 
 
Surgeon warns of weight-loss surgery abroad
11 May 2009
The Press and Journal
(This article indicates that a consultant in Scotland is warning people in Scotland not to go abroad to get the surgery because the people won’t get the necessary follow-up care.) 
 
Research and Markets; Essential Report on Chinese Markets for Anti-Obesity Drugs
11 May 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that the demand for anti-obesity drugs will grow in the next five years.) 
 
Obesity and Diabetes; New Study Shows Morbidly Obese Workforce Has Higher Prevalence of 100+ Diseases and Conditions
11 May 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week 
(This article indicates that bariatric surgery reduced by one-quarter many of the diseases that may be associated with obesity.) 
 
Obesity; Studies by R. Stanton and co-authors describe new findings in obesity
11 May 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that a study from Australia predicts that future obesity-related costs “will strain future health budgets.”) 
 
Seattle Sutton’s Healthy Eating; Seattle Sutton Calls for National Committee to Tackle Obesity
9 May 2009
Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week
(This article indicates that some believe that the US should “establish an End the National Obesity Epidemic (ENOE) task force” to fight obesity.)

Childhood obesity linked to allergy risk
5 May 2009
Asian News International 
(This article indicates that obesity may be associated with a higher risk of allergies.)
 
Obesity, arthritis worsen women's lives far more than men
4 May 2009
Indo-Asian News Service 
(This article indicates that older “women suffered up to two-and-a-half times more disabilities than men of the same age.”)
 
The Unmet Needs and Market Potential for Anti-Obesity Treatments
4 May 2009
M2 Presswire 2009
(This article indicates that “High socioeconomic costs and increasing prevalence are inspiring government initiatives to deal with” obesity. [This rising attention to obesity by governments may provide an opportunity for bariatric centers to form an alliance with the government to help fight obesity.)
 
Ohio State University; Obesity rates differ among racial/ethnic groups in kids as young as 4
4 May 2009
Pharma Business Week
(This article indicates that “Obesity is twice as common in young American Indian/Native Alaskan children as it is in white and Asian children...”)
 
Obesity; Recent studies by S.Y. Chu and co-authors add new data to obesity findings
4 May 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that a high level of obesity will occur among pregnant U.S. women. [Bariatric centers might want to put programs in place to work with pregnant women to help curb obesity.)
 
Obesity; Boston University publishes research in obesity
4 May 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that weight loss may not be effective in preventing progression of structural damage in OA [osteoarthritis] knees with varus alignment [bow-legs]." [This probably means that, at this time, weight loss should not be marketed as a treatment for the progression of OA in obese persons with bow-legs.])
 
Obesity and Diabetes; Research on obesity and diabetes published by scientists at St. Vincent's University
4 May 2009
Obesity & Diabetes Week
(This article indicates that there are metabolic differences in some obese persons that protect them from certain comorbidities.)
 
Gastric Imbrication to reduce Obesity surgery cost
1 May 2009
UNI (United News of India) 
(This article indicates that a surgeon in India may have come up with new technology called Gastric Imbrication that can reduce the cost of bariatric surgery.)
 
Obesity
1 May 2009
Good Medicine
(This article indicates that one should ask a lot of questions before signing up for any weight loss program.)