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A number of types of the drug are recommended to help tackle obesity on the NHS.

Researchers says the drugs could be a treatment for obese people with asthma who are ‘often resistant’ to steroids

The UK government’s new ten-year-plan to transform the NHS includes a focus on preventing ill health rather than treating illness. But to what extent should people depend on the state to help them make healthy decisions?

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Tool can also predict how well obese adults will respond to targeted weight loss programmes

It is hoped the discovery could one day lead to targeted help for youngsters at highest risk.

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that causes repeated breathing interruptions during sleep

Gas stations offer quick, convenient food options for people on the go, but that convenience often comes at a steep nutritional price. Many of the most popular gas station snacks and meals are ultra-processed and loaded with ingredients that health organizations warn against. These foods frequently contain excessive sodium, unhealthy…

Health experts say that CVI is more likely to develop in people over the age of 50 and is commonly linked to ageing, obesity, inactivity, and prolonged standing or sitting.

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"BMI is a terrible index!"