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March 23, 2025 11:29 AM

Scientists link type 2 diabetes with some obesity-related cancers

A new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been linked to an increased risk of developing certain obesity-related cancers, according to recent research. While earlier studies have identified associations between type 2 diabetes and a heightened ri...

March 20, 2025 3:50 PM

Eli Lilly launches Mounjaro in India for obesity and diabetes treatment

Global pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly has launched Mounjaro (tirzepatide) in India, a groundbreaking drug designed for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Approved by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), Mounjaro is n...

March 4, 2025 10:47 AM

Obesity rates soaring globally in ‘monumental social failure’, study says

Rates of obesity and overweight are spiralling due to a "monumental societal failure" to tackle the problem, with more than half of adults and almost a third of children and young people set to be affected by 2050, according to a new study. That rep...

February 25, 2025 4:52 PM

Less oil, more physical activity, and a balanced meal key to fighting obesity

Reducing oil intake, increasing physical activity, and eating a balanced meal are crucial in combating the rising menace of obesity in the country, experts said on Tuesday. This comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat programme...

February 16, 2025 2:40 PM

Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister leads ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ at Gateway of India

The 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' event, part of the Fit India Movement's flagship programme, took place at the iconic Gateway of India, Mumbai on Sunday. Over 500 cyclists, including wellness experts, cycling enthusiasts, and members of various cycle...

February 12, 2025 2:23 PM

PM Modi applauds Neeraj Chopra’s efforts to promote fitness and fight obesity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra for his commitment to promoting fitness and raising awareness about obesity. Emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, PM Modi highlighted the need for...

January 16, 2025 5:21 PM

Study links maternal exposure to air pollution before pregnancy with childhood obesity risk

Maternal exposure to air pollution — specifically particulate matter (PM2.5, PM10) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) — during the three months prior to conception may increase the risk of childhood obesity up to two years after birth, according to a stu...

January 15, 2025 5:41 PM

Beyond BMI: global commission proposes new way to diagnose obesity

Doctors worldwide should diagnose obesity differently, relying on broader criteria and taking into account when the condition causes ill-health, according to a new framework drawn up by experts and endorsed by 76 medical organizations internationally...

November 26, 2024 11:44 AM

Study explains why obesity increases risk of diabetes

The US scientists have decoded why obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes by targeting the fat cells. The study, published in Cell Reports, may advance new treatments for type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases that work by helping fat ste...

July 24, 2024 5:39 PM

Study finds financial incentives boost weight loss in obese teens

A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics suggests that combining meal-replacement therapy with financial incentives can lead to greater weight loss in adolescents with severe obesity. Researchers, including Dr. Justin Ryder from Ann & Robert H. ...