Search results for "Obesity"
Adults with subjective cognitive decline were more likely to report 4 modifiable risk factors for Alzheimer's disease
Among survey respondents ages 45 years and older, the most common modifiable risk factor for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias was hypertension (49.9%), followed by not meeting guidelines for aerobic physical activity (49.7%), obesity (35.3%), and diabetes (18.6%).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/31/2.htm
31 May 2022
Guidelines define an adjunctive role for weight loss and other prescription medications in obesity management
Knowledgeable prescribing of weight loss medications, and choosing other necessary prescription medications with favorable weight profiles, can aid in the prevention and management of obesity and can be useful for patients who have been unsuccessful with diet and exercise alone, according to a clinical practice guideline.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/01/27/1.htm
27 Jan 2015
Gastroenterologists face consequences of obesity epidemic
Obesity seemed to be the topic on everyone's lips at the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology in October.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/01/obesity.htm
1 Jan 2008
Food insecurity associated with less weight loss, even with intense intervention
The findings of a recent randomized trial suggest that weight loss approaches need to address both obesity and food insecurity, both of which continue to increase in the U.S.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/09/2.htm
9 Mar 2021
Guideline suggests prescription medications when lifestyle change ineffective for weight loss
For adults with obesity or overweight with weight-related complications, the American Gastroenterological Association found moderate certainty of benefit for four medications: semaglutide, liraglutide, phentermine-topiramate ER, or naltrexone-bupropion.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/25/1.htm
25 Oct 2022
‘Geriatric tsunami’ carries elderly obesity
By 2030, more than 20% of the U.S. population is expected to be over the age of 65, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The expected rise in functional impairment in later years can be staved off with a healthy lifestyle.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/02/elderly.htm
1 Feb 2017
MKSAP Quiz: dietary counseling for class II obesity
ACIP recommends seasonal flu vaccine for almost everyone
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/02/4.htm
2 Mar 2010
ACP supports First Lady and HHS in childhood obesity initiative
ACP has issued a letter of support to President Obama, the First Lady, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the U.S. Department of Education, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture for their efforts in launching a new initiative to reduce rates of overweight and obese children and adolescents. The letter is available online.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/16/11.htm
16 Feb 2010
Complementary, integrative health services increasing in VA system
Use of complementary and integrative therapies, such as chiropractic care, acupuncture, massage therapy, and yoga, increased 70% over a three-year period in the Veterans Affairs (VA) health system after their availability was expanded.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/12/06/5.htm
6 Dec 2022
ADA, EASD update guidance on managing hyperglycemia
An updated consensus statement from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) addressed social drivers of health, lifestyle modifications, and new drug classes for type 2 diabetes.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/04/1.htm
4 Oct 2022