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U of M researchers discover gene linked to adult-onset obesity
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have discovered a gene that may provide a clue as to why obesity rates increase with age. The research was published today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.   view more (2008-06-11)

Obese children show early signs of heart disease
Children who are obese or who are at risk for obesity show early signs of heart disease similar to obese adults with heart disease, a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has found.   view more (2007-10-18)

Ob1, the first commmon obesity gene was located on chromosome 10
Each family has at least one member whose body mass index (BMI, the ratio of the weight in kg to the surface of the body in m2; normal BMI is below 25) is higher than 40 and at least one other member whose BMI is over 27. 380 genetic markers, covering 23 pairs of chromosomes, were studied in order... view more (1998-11-16)

Over 80 million Americans risking early death through smoking or obesity
Over 80 million American adults are putting themselves at serious risk of long-term illness and early death through smoking, obesity, or both.   view more (2006-05-12)

Early origins of obesity: programming the appetite regulatory system
An article in The Journal of Physiology presents important research showing that events before birth can permanently change patterns of appetite and fat deposition in child and adult life.   view more (2005-05-12)

Global obesity epidemic putting brakes on economic development
Chronic diseases linked to obesity could put the brakes on economic progress in many developing countries unless urgent action is taken, experts warned at the opening of the first major international conference on obesity in Africa today (Oct 28). Finance and trade ministers need to lend their... view more (2004-10-28)

UNDERSTANDING EPIDEMICS OF ANTIBIOTIC-RESISTANT ENTEROCOCCI (pp 853, 855)
Antibiotic resistance in bacteria, in particular Vancomycin resistance in enterococci, is a growing problem in hospitals. Two research letters in this week's issue of THE LANCET give new insights into how bacteria acquire vancomycin resistance, how they cause epidemics, and suggest new strategies... view more (2001-03-15)

Researcher predicts paradigm shift in heart disease treatment
As the obesity epidemic grows in the United States, the medical community is faced with the significant challenge of properly treating patients before complications such as heart disease arise.   view more (2006-04-28)

Different HIV rates among gay men and straight people not fully explained by sexual behavior
Differences in sexual behaviours do not fully explain why the US HIV epidemic affects gay men so much more than straight men and women, claims research published ahead of print in the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections.   view more (2007-09-14)

UK faces asbestos epidemic
The United Kingdom is facing an epidemic of mesothelioma (a malignant tumour of the lung lining) among workers exposed to asbestos, warn senior doctors in this week's BMJ. There are now over 1800 mesothelioma deaths per year in Britain (more than one in 200 of all deaths in men and almost one in... view more (2004-01-29)

The Metabolic Syndrome - Are You Aware Of The Risk?
It has been estimated that the prevalence of adult obesity across the EU ranges from 10-25% and may be as high as 30%. Many more people are overweight, and the prevalence continues to rise. This worrying trend, sometimes referred to as an 'epidemic', is now well recognized, but the extent to which... view more (2005-05-20)

Enzyme promotes fat formation
The enzyme TPPII may contribute to obesity by stimulating the formation of fat cells, suggests a study in EMBO reports this week. The enzyme, TPPII, has previously been linked to making people feel hungry, but Jonathan Graff and colleagues now show that it may be even more deeply involved in... view more (2007-10-12)

WORLD AIDS SERIES: BREAKING THE SILENCE---SETTING REALISTIC PRIORITIES FOR AIDS CONTROL (p 49)
'The AIDS pandemic is a human tragedy that is threatening development in the poorest countries. There is no cure or vaccine, but the tools to control the epidemic already exist. Nevertheless, there are few examples of national AIDS control programmes that have had an impact on the epidemic. We (an... view more (2000-06-28)

RAND study finds people who are severly overweight grow faster than other obese Americans
The proportion of Americans who are severely obese — about 100 pounds or more overweight — increased by 50 percent from 2000 to 2005, twice as fast as the growth seen in moderate obesity, according to a RAND Corporation study issued today.   view more (2007-04-10)

Queen's expert challenges "corporatization" of breast cancer research
New research by a Queen's University researcher questions the effectiveness of privately funded efforts to stop the epidemic of breast cancer among North American women.   view more (2006-08-24)

'Healthy' individuals may be at risk for heart disease
In the face of a growing obesity epidemic in the United States, researchers at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center have new study results that indicate that how much fat a person has is not as important as where that fat is located when assessing risk for cardiovascular events and... view more (2008-09-08)

Finding the right way to manage obesity
An expert in childhood obesity says fruit and vegetables must be made more accessible to poorer families. Dr Carolyn Summerbell, Reader in Human Nutrition with the University of Teesside's School of Health & Social Care, says price and accessibility is restricting the effectiveness of health... view more (2003-12-05)

Joslin study identifies protein that produces 'good' fat
A study by researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center has shown that a protein known for its role in inducing bone growth can also help promote the development of brown fat, a "good" fat that helps in the expenditure of energy and plays a role in fighting obesity.   view more (2008-08-21)

Pediatricians call for a cohesive definition of metabolic syndrome in children
Metabolic syndrome in children represents a potentially serious threat to health in adulthood, yet many parents and caregivers do not have a clear idea of what metabolic syndrome is and why it is dangerous.   view more (2008-01-11)

Treating diabetes during pregnancy can break link to childhood obesity
Treating diabetes during pregnancy can break the link between gestational diabetes and childhood obesity, according to a Kaiser Permanente study featured in the September issue of Diabetes Care.   view more (2007-08-28)

Mayo Clinic Proceedings article explores possible link between obesity and viral infections
Experts don't dispute the important role that diet and activity play in maintaining a healthy weight. But can poor eating habits and a less active lifestyle fully explain the prevalence of obesity in the United States today?   view more (2007-10-24)

Too much fructose could leave dieters sugar shocked
Here's one tip for how to eat at the holidays: Don't take your cues from Santa. The sugary cookies and fat-laden fruitcakes the mythical North Pole resident eats are a no-no. But you don't have to go no-carb to stay fit at the holidays, either, University of Florida researchers say.   view more (2007-12-13)

Community-intervention study links successful town makeover focused on boosting calcium and exercise
The battle against obesity in this country could be tackled one community at a time, according to a newly published study in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health. Researchers at the University of Colorado at Denver demonstrated the effectiveness of changing behaviors at a community level,... view more (2008-03-20)

Poor coordination in childhood is linked to obesity in later life
Poor physical control and coordination in childhood are linked to an increased risk of obesity in later life, suggests a study published on BMJ.com today.   view more (2008-08-13)

Obesity predisposition traced to the brain's reward system
The tendency toward obesity is directly related to the brain system that is involved in food reward and addictive behaviors, according to a new study.   view more (2008-07-30)
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