Obesity

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AI maps whole-body damage caused by obesity

An AI-powered “body atlas” helps scientists study obesity, allowing them to see its effects across the whole body in a single view rather than organ by organ.

21/05/2026

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Obesity rates plateau in wealthy nations: study

Researchers say the findings of the study challenge the idea of a single global obesity “epidemic”, revealing major differences between countries, age groups and sexes.

18/05/2026

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How widespread is obesity across Europe?

Average height is on the rise in Great Britain, a trend that accelerated sharply during the pandemic. Researchers link this increase to rising childhood obesity. The UK has the highest obesity rate among Europe's largest economies.

11/05/2026

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How many steps should you aim for to lose weight?

For people who have lost weight or are dieting, new research suggests that a simple daily step target could be the key to preventing weight regain

10/05/2026

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Reducing parent stress cuts child obesity risk, study finds

Managing parents’ stress significantly reduces the risks of obesity in young children, according to a new study.

10/03/2026

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Child obesity to hit 228 million by 2040, report finds

By 2040 there will be more children who are overweight than not for the first time in history, a new report has found.

04/03/2026

Europe in Motion

Europe's noisiest nations: When sound becomes a health risk

Long-term high noise exposure is linked to cardiovascular, metabolic and mental health issues. A new report reveals Europe's loudest and quietest corners.

23/02/2026

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Obesity linked to 70% higher infection risk, study finds

People with obesity are at 70 percent higher risk of serious infections, with one in ten infectious disease deaths globally potentially linked to obesity, according to a new study.

11/02/2026

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Obesity is a direct cause of vascular-related dementia, study finds

Dementia is a growing global public health challenge, with no cure currently available. A recent study found that people with a genetically higher BMI had a substantially increased risk of vascular-related dementia.

26/01/2026

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Stopping weight-loss drugs can lead to rapid weight gain, study finds

People who use weight-loss drugs can rapidly regain weight after stopping treatment, according to a new study

08/01/2026

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US approves pill version of blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy

Availability of oral pills to treat obesity could expand the booming market for obesity treatments by broadening access and reducing costs, experts said.

23/12/2025

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EU targets tobacco, unhealthy diets in new push against heart disease

The European Union’s new ‘Safe Hearts Plan’ aims to cut cardiovascular deaths by 25 per cent in the next decade.

17/12/2025

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Obesity may speed the onset of Alzheimer’s, scientists say

A small study indicates regular blood tests could be a useful addition to brain scans that track the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

02/12/2025

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WHO advises weight loss drugs and healthy lifestyles to treat obesity

The global health body issued its first guidance on the use of blockbuster weight loss drugs.

01/12/2025

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How does stopping weight loss drugs affect pregnancy?

Researchers said more should be done to weigh the pros and cons of taking weight loss drugs around the time of pregnancy.

24/11/2025

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Child obesity reaches ‘alarmingly high’ levels in Europe, WHO warns

Child obesity rates have stabilised in some countries in recent years – but global health officials said they were still too high.

07/11/2025