Central obesity demonstrated a stronger association with colorectal cancer risk than general obesity measured using body mass index, according to a large UK cohort study.

People with central obesity (CO), characterized by excess fat around the abdomen, are at a greater risk for pelvic organ prolapse (POP), particularly those who are younger than 60 years or without ...

Obesity is a leading risk factor for serious health ailments such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. PGIMER's anti-obesity clinic highlights the importance of nutritional counseling and weight ...

Childhood obesity, fueled by sedentary lifestyles and sugary diets, is driving a surge in type 2 diabetes among children.

"We saw that the children born to mothers with PCOS generally had more central obesity, meaning they were larger around the waist," Vanky said. "They bear small signs that their mother has PCOS.

Cardiovascular diseases remain a leading cause of mortality globally, particularly among individuals with both obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and metabolic syndrome (MetS).