However, this classification system assumes that weight alone is a reliable indicator of health, disregarding important ...

The current definition of obesity, as set by the World Health Organization ... that healthcare workers assess whether people have obesity by calculating their body mass index (BMI), a measure ...

A global group of experts has suggested a new approach to diagnosing and treating obesity that does not rely solely on the ...

The US will most likely remain a WHO member state but impose conditions, such increased contributions from other member ...

New research exposes critical flaws in BMI measurements, as medical experts advocate for more accurate and inclusive methods ...

A commission proposed a new definition of obesity focused on how excess fat affects the body, rather than assessing body mass ...