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

A new Lancet report calls for redefining obesity labeling BMI alone as unreliable Learn about the proposed categories and a ...

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 ...

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

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

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

New guidance from a team of health experts around the world proposes expanding the definition of obesity beyond the popular ...