Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy: What You Should Know

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Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy: What You Should Know


Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy – also referred to as the VSG, gastric sleeve, or “Sleeve” – is performed far less frequently than the gastric bypass, but has become increasingly common in recent years and shows similar initial outcomes. Like the gastric bypass and the Lap-Band® procedure, gastric sleeve surgery can be performed laparoscopically, reducing the risk of infection and speeding post-operative recovery time. Unlike these other procedures, however, the VSG is irreversible. Read the full story

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Weight Loss Surgery Doesn’t Help Older Men Live Longer

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Weight Loss Surgery Doesn’t Help Older Men Live Longer


Weight loss surgery may not extend the life expectancy of older men, and mortality rates following surgery may be higher for this demographic, a new study shows. Read the full story

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Obese Girls Hitting Puberty Younger

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Obese Girls Hitting Puberty Younger


Obese girls as young as seven years old are demonstrating signs of early puberty, a recent study shows, which could pose future health risks. Read the full story

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Large Waist Increases Death Risk

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Large Waist Increases Death Risk


A large waist can not only make finding well-fitting jeans a challenge, but can also shorten one’s lifespan, researchers say. Read the full story

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Obesity Rates Still on the Rise

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Obesity Rates Still on the Rise


The rates of obesity and obesity-related diseases among Americans continue to increase, in spite of multifaceted efforts to address the epidemic. Read the full story

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Obesity at 20 Can Curtail Longevity

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Obesity at 20 Can Curtail Longevity


Obesity can cause serious health issues at any age, but for men in their 20s, it can mean a shorter life. Read the full story

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Obesity Linked to Poor Memory in Older Women

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Obesity Linked to Poor Memory in Older Women


Obesity can affect cognitive function in post-menopausal women, according to a new study, which shows a correlation between brain health and body mass index. Read the full story

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Neck Circumference an Accurate Measure of Obesity in Kids

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Neck Circumference an Accurate Measure of Obesity in Kids


Measuring a child’s neck circumference is more accurate than body mass index to determine whether a child is overweight or obese, a new study shows. Read the full story

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